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Welcome to Footnoting History! For links to further reading suggestions, a calendar of upcoming episodes, and the complete episode archive, visit us at FootnotingHistory.com!Sat, 07 Sep 2019 08:32:42 -0400https://podbean.com/?v=5.5en-ususCopyright 2013-2019. All rights reserved.History1440episodicBecause the best stories are always in the footnotes.From Neanderthals to Napoleon's sister, Footnoting History's team of academics share their favorite stories from across history. New episodes every other Saturday.Footnoting HistoryFootnoting Historyfootnotinghistory@gmail.comNonohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/feed.xmlhttps://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/611450/itunes_square_2017.pngFootnoting Historyhttps://www.footnotinghistory.com
144144Evil Humors and the Common ColdEvil Humors and the Common Coldhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evil-humors-and-the-common-cold/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evil-humors-and-the-common-cold/#commentsSat, 07 Sep 2019 08:32:42 -0400footnotinghistory.podbean.com/evil-humors-and-the-common-cold-fa9a49dddf5d11646c832d516c895ef0(Lucy) Ache in the head, running of the nose, and the throat being pierced by pain like a spear: medieval descriptions of common ailments are often familiar, as well as startlingly vivid. This podcast episode looks at everyday remedies in medieval Europe. From chicken and barley to spiced wine, many such remedies were delicious and nutritious. Administering medicine — from comfort food to careful concoctions — was based on both education and experience.]]>(Lucy) Ache in the head, running of the nose, and the throat being pierced by pain like a spear: medieval descriptions of common ailments are often familiar, as well as startlingly vivid. This podcast episode looks at everyday remedies in medieval Europe. From chicken and barley to spiced wine, many such remedies were delicious and nutritious. Administering medicine — from comfort food to careful concoctions — was based on both education and experience.]]>(Lucy) Ache in the head, running of the nose, and the throat being pierced by pain like a spear: medieval descriptions of common ailments are often familiar, as well as startlingly vivid. This podcast episode looks at everyday remedies in medieval Europe...(Lucy) Ache in the head, running of the nose, and the throat being pierced by pain like a spear: medieval descriptions of common ailments are often familiar, as well as startlingly vivid. This podcast episode looks at everyday remedies in medieval Europe. From chicken and barley to spiced wine, many such remedies were delicious and nutritious. Administering medicine — from comfort food to careful concoctions — was based on both education and experience.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:30fullRevolutionary Notre-Dame de ParisRevolutionary Notre-Dame de Parishttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/revolutionary-notre-dame-de-paris/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/revolutionary-notre-dame-de-paris/#commentsSat, 24 Aug 2019 14:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-392902616272575798(Christine and Elizabeth) In April 2019, a fire at the French cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris had people around the world glued to their news feeds and televisions. Join Christine and Elizabeth for a discussion about some significant events that took place at Notre-Dame during one of France’s most turbulent periods, the span from the French Revolution to the exile of Napoleon III.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) In April 2019, a fire at the French cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris had people around the world glued to their news feeds and televisions. Join Christine and Elizabeth for a discussion about some significant events that took place at Notre-Dame during one of France’s most turbulent periods, the span from the French Revolution to the exile of Napoleon III.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) In April 2019, a fire at the French cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris had people around the world glued to their news feeds and televisions. Join Christine and Elizabeth for a discussion about some significant events that took place...(Christine and Elizabeth) In April 2019, a fire at the French cathedral Notre-Dame de Paris had people around the world glued to their news feeds and televisions. Join Christine and Elizabeth for a discussion about some significant events that took place at Notre-Dame during one of France’s most turbulent periods, the span from the French Revolution to the exile of Napoleon III.Footnoting HistorynoNo28:30fullThe Emu WarThe Emu Warhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-emu-war/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-emu-war/#commentsSat, 10 Aug 2019 13:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2764218794743340975(Lesley) Of all the wars in the 20th century, no loss was more frustrating than the military operation against the emu in Western Australia in 1932. Learn about the treatment of these enormous flightless birds as an organized military formation and the subsequent disaster as no amount of military force could successfully and effectively defeat these warriors of the animal world.]]>(Lesley) Of all the wars in the 20th century, no loss was more frustrating than the military operation against the emu in Western Australia in 1932. Learn about the treatment of these enormous flightless birds as an organized military formation and the subsequent disaster as no amount of military force could successfully and effectively defeat these warriors of the animal world.]]>(Lesley) Of all the wars in the 20th century, no loss was more frustrating than the military operation against the emu in Western Australia in 1932. Learn about the treatment of these enormous flightless birds as an organized military formation and the s...(Lesley) Of all the wars in the 20th century, no loss was more frustrating than the military operation against the emu in Western Australia in 1932. Learn about the treatment of these enormous flightless birds as an organized military formation and the subsequent disaster as no amount of military force could successfully and effectively defeat these warriors of the animal world.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:30fullAn Extraordinary Medicine Called TheriacAn Extraordinary Medicine Called Theriachttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/an-extraordinary-medicine-called-theriac/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/an-extraordinary-medicine-called-theriac/#commentsSat, 27 Jul 2019 09:02:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3069615624291953890(Kristin) Theriac was a medicine of legendary origins, multiple ingredients, and a reputation for efficacy that extended for hundreds of years. It was said to be able to cure everything from migraines to the plague. In this episode, Kristin looks at some of the ingredients and processes that went into making theriac, where it could be found, who was selling it, and whether there was anything behind its extraordinary claims.]]>(Kristin) Theriac was a medicine of legendary origins, multiple ingredients, and a reputation for efficacy that extended for hundreds of years. It was said to be able to cure everything from migraines to the plague. In this episode, Kristin looks at some of the ingredients and processes that went into making theriac, where it could be found, who was selling it, and whether there was anything behind its extraordinary claims.]]>(Kristin) Theriac was a medicine of legendary origins, multiple ingredients, and a reputation for efficacy that extended for hundreds of years. It was said to be able to cure everything from migraines to the plague. In this episode, Kristin looks at some...(Kristin) Theriac was a medicine of legendary origins, multiple ingredients, and a reputation for efficacy that extended for hundreds of years. It was said to be able to cure everything from migraines to the plague. In this episode, Kristin looks at some of the ingredients and processes that went into making theriac, where it could be found, who was selling it, and whether there was anything behind its extraordinary claims.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:172490fullPurgatory is Not the Medium PlacePurgatory is Not the Medium Placehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/purgatory-is-not-the-medium-place/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/purgatory-is-not-the-medium-place/#commentsSat, 13 Jul 2019 19:43:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3432228877889784934(Nathan) The landscape of the Christian afterlife has never been static, and over the last 2,000 years, the theology of what the hereafter looks like has evolved drastically. In this episode, we trace the origins and medieval development of one of the most significant and controversial Christian beliefs: Purgatory.]]>(Nathan) The landscape of the Christian afterlife has never been static, and over the last 2,000 years, the theology of what the hereafter looks like has evolved drastically. In this episode, we trace the origins and medieval development of one of the most significant and controversial Christian beliefs: Purgatory.]]>(Nathan) The landscape of the Christian afterlife has never been static, and over the last 2,000 years, the theology of what the hereafter looks like has evolved drastically. In this episode, we trace the origins and medieval development of one of the mo...(Nathan) The landscape of the Christian afterlife has never been static, and over the last 2,000 years, the theology of what the hereafter looks like has evolved drastically. In this episode, we trace the origins and medieval development of one of the most significant and controversial Christian beliefs: Purgatory.Footnoting HistorynoNo43:132491fullJessie Pope, (In)Famous Poet of World War OneJessie Pope, (In)Famous Poet of World War Onehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jessie-pope-infamous-poet-of-world-war-one/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jessie-pope-infamous-poet-of-world-war-one/#commentsSat, 18 May 2019 15:06:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2305498100531532401(Elizabeth) One of the most famous poets of WWI is largely unknown today. In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the life and poems of Jessie Pope to determine who she was, why Wilfred Owen hated her so, and why we don't know more about her today.]]>(Elizabeth) One of the most famous poets of WWI is largely unknown today. In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the life and poems of Jessie Pope to determine who she was, why Wilfred Owen hated her so, and why we don't know more about her today.]]>(Elizabeth) One of the most famous poets of WWI is largely unknown today. In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the life and poems of Jessie Pope to determine who she was, why Wilfred Owen hated her so, and why we don't know more about her today.(Elizabeth) One of the most famous poets of WWI is largely unknown today. In this episode, Elizabeth reviews the life and poems of Jessie Pope to determine who she was, why Wilfred Owen hated her so, and why we don't know more about her today.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:41fullThe Woman Who Signed the Declaration of IndependenceThe Woman Who Signed the Declaration of Independencehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-woman-who-signed-the-declaration-of-independence/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-woman-who-signed-the-declaration-of-independence/#commentsSat, 04 May 2019 12:57:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7816659527572970156(Lesley) The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and role of early American printer Mary Katharine Goddard. An important contributor to the fledgling American government, Goddard's name should be better known for politics, journalism, and revolution.]]>(Lesley) The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and role of early American printer Mary Katharine Goddard. An important contributor to the fledgling American government, Goddard's name should be better known for politics, journalism, and revolution.]]>(Lesley) The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and ro...(Lesley) The Declaration of Independence has many well-known men's names on it, especially that of John Hancock. But what of the woman whose name appears on the printed version of this auspicious document? In this episode, Lesley explores the life and role of early American printer Mary Katharine Goddard. An important contributor to the fledgling American government, Goddard's name should be better known for politics, journalism, and revolution.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:15fullKing John and His DogsKing John and His Dogshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-john-and-his-dogs/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-john-and-his-dogs/#commentsSat, 20 Apr 2019 05:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7118521109951825327(Kristin) King John is often remembered as one of England’s most inept and disliked rulers. By the time he was forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, John lost authority, territory, and a lot of friends. Some, however, did remain loyal. In this week’s episode, Kristin looks at King John and his dogs. ]]>(Kristin) King John is often remembered as one of England’s most inept and disliked rulers. By the time he was forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, John lost authority, territory, and a lot of friends. Some, however, did remain loyal. In this week’s episode, Kristin looks at King John and his dogs. ]]>(Kristin) King John is often remembered as one of England’s most inept and disliked rulers. By the time he was forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, John lost authority, territory, and a lot of friends. Some, however, did remain loyal. In this week’s e...(Kristin) King John is often remembered as one of England’s most inept and disliked rulers. By the time he was forced to sign the Magna Carta in 1215, John lost authority, territory, and a lot of friends. Some, however, did remain loyal. In this week’s episode, Kristin looks at King John and his dogs. Footnoting HistorynoNo10:39fullHarlem Renaissance Man: James Weldon JohnsonHarlem Renaissance Man: James Weldon Johnsonhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/harlem-renaissance-man-james-weldon-johnson/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/harlem-renaissance-man-james-weldon-johnson/#commentsSat, 06 Apr 2019 13:06:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7230397582483508396(Lucy) Diplomat and hymn-writer, Broadway lyricist, activist, and historian, James Weldon Johnson was an early figurehead of the NAACP. This week's episode explores his life and multifaceted legacy.]]>(Lucy) Diplomat and hymn-writer, Broadway lyricist, activist, and historian, James Weldon Johnson was an early figurehead of the NAACP. This week's episode explores his life and multifaceted legacy.]]>(Lucy) Diplomat and hymn-writer, Broadway lyricist, activist, and historian, James Weldon Johnson was an early figurehead of the NAACP. This week's episode explores his life and multifaceted legacy.(Lucy) Diplomat and hymn-writer, Broadway lyricist, activist, and historian, James Weldon Johnson was an early figurehead of the NAACP. This week's episode explores his life and multifaceted legacy.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:11fullHenry II and Thomas Becket, Part II: RivalsHenry II and Thomas Becket, Part II: Rivalshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-thomas-becket-part-ii-rivals/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-thomas-becket-part-ii-rivals/#commentsSat, 23 Mar 2019 11:16:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1117408344459316827]]>(Christine) Not all friendships are meant to last, but some go the extra mile and turn into bitter rivalries. Picking up where we left off at the end of Part I, this episode follows the relationship between King Henry II and Archbishop Thomas Becket to ...(Christine) Not all friendships are meant to last, but some go the extra mile and turn into bitter rivalries. Picking up where we left off at the end of Part I, this episode follows the relationship between King Henry II and Archbishop Thomas Becket to the violent ending that left only one man standing.Footnoting HistorynoNo18:58Henry II and Thomas Becket, Part I: FriendsHenry II and Thomas Becket, Part I: Friendshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-thomas-becket-part-i-friends/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-thomas-becket-part-i-friends/#commentsSat, 09 Mar 2019 07:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7900249359564057398]]>(Christine) Being King of England isn't an easy task, but Henry II was aided by his good friend, Thomas Becket, serving as Chancellor. Then, Henry saw an opportunity to place Thomas in the highest position of power in the English church. What could go wr...(Christine) Being King of England isn't an easy task, but Henry II was aided by his good friend, Thomas Becket, serving as Chancellor. Then, Henry saw an opportunity to place Thomas in the highest position of power in the English church. What could go wrong?Footnoting HistorynoNo16:27The History of GradingThe History of Gradinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-grading/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-grading/#commentsSun, 24 Feb 2019 13:19:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8077959733291829774]]>(Nathan) B-, 3.85, 16/20, upper second--modern methods of gauging a student's performance in a class can vary widely from country to country. But most of these systems are shockingly recent developments, and for much of human history "grades" as such di...(Nathan) B-, 3.85, 16/20, upper second--modern methods of gauging a student's performance in a class can vary widely from country to country. But most of these systems are shockingly recent developments, and for much of human history "grades" as such didn't exist. In this episode, we'll look at the history of American systems of educational evaluation from their emergence in the 18th century to their standardization in the 20th.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:39The End is Nigh! The Apocalypse in the RenaissanceThe End is Nigh! The Apocalypse in the Renaissancehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-end-is-nigh-the-apocalypse-in-the-renaissance/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-end-is-nigh-the-apocalypse-in-the-renaissance/#commentsSat, 09 Feb 2019 21:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3985500060428027170]]>(Lucy) At the dawn of the 1500s, Europe was enjoying more wealth than ever before. Consumption was conspicuous, luxury was accessible… and sin was rife. Preachers like Savonarola foretold the end of the world, and people listened. In this episode of Foot...(Lucy) At the dawn of the 1500s, Europe was enjoying more wealth than ever before. Consumption was conspicuous, luxury was accessible… and sin was rife. Preachers like Savonarola foretold the end of the world, and people listened. In this episode of Footnoting History, learn about falling church towers, divine portents, papal curses, and how the European populace dealt with new identities and new opportunities at the opening of the early modern period.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:39American Indian Prisoners of War ​American Indian Prisoners of War ​https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/american-indian-prisoners-of-war-%e2%80%8b/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/american-indian-prisoners-of-war-%e2%80%8b/#commentsSat, 26 Jan 2019 15:37:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7830277055092425832]]>(Elizabeth) Wars between British colonizers and American Indians were a constant part of life in Colonial America. In this episode, Elizabeth explains the myriad ways American Indians became prisoners of war as well as how they were treated, including be...(Elizabeth) Wars between British colonizers and American Indians were a constant part of life in Colonial America. In this episode, Elizabeth explains the myriad ways American Indians became prisoners of war as well as how they were treated, including being sent as slaves to Barbados and other places.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:57Mao and His MangoMao and His Mangohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mao-and-his-mango/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mao-and-his-mango/#commentsSat, 12 Jan 2019 14:23:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7889304216360709251]]>(Lesley) In 1968, an act of diplomacy between the Government of Pakistan and China’s Chairman Mao set off a series of actions that would create a cult around the mango fruit. Chairman Mao did not taste this fruit. Instead, he passed it on to workers as a...(Lesley) In 1968, an act of diplomacy between the Government of Pakistan and China’s Chairman Mao set off a series of actions that would create a cult around the mango fruit. Chairman Mao did not taste this fruit. Instead, he passed it on to workers as a symbol of his gratitude for their allegiance to him. What followed was a stunning spread of the mango throughout China. Set against the backdrop of famine and the “Four Pests,” the worship of this single fruit created complexity and controversy in 20th century China.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:57Potosí: The Silver Mine that Changed the WorldPotosí: The Silver Mine that Changed the Worldhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/potosi-the-silver-mine-that-changed-the-world/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/potosi-the-silver-mine-that-changed-the-world/#commentsSat, 17 Nov 2018 14:47:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5189926735350690255]]>(Nathan) In 1545, a new Spanish mining town was founded in the Andes mountains of modern-day Bolivia, and for next 250 years, the mines of Potosí would fund the Spanish crown and its imperial ambitions. But what the Spanish did not know is that having t...(Nathan) In 1545, a new Spanish mining town was founded in the Andes mountains of modern-day Bolivia, and for next 250 years, the mines of Potosí would fund the Spanish crown and its imperial ambitions. But what the Spanish did not know is that having too much silver could have disastrous consequences. In this episode, we will examine the history of New World silver and its effect on the world economy, the lives of the people who mined it, and how Bolivian silver contributed to global economic inflation.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:16fullKing Henry I of England and the White ShipKing Henry I of England and the White Shiphttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-henry-i-of-england-and-the-white-ship/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-henry-i-of-england-and-the-white-ship/#commentsSat, 03 Nov 2018 12:11:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6149492402136928986]]>(Christine) In 1120, just when King Henry I of England thought he had achieved a much-needed peace, tragedy struck. What happened to the White Ship that broke the king's heart and changed the trajectory of the English monarchy? Find out on this episode.(Christine) In 1120, just when King Henry I of England thought he had achieved a much-needed peace, tragedy struck. What happened to the White Ship that broke the king's heart and changed the trajectory of the English monarchy? Find out on this episode.Footnoting HistorynoNo24:40fullHistory for Halloween VHistory for Halloween Vhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-v/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-v/#commentsSat, 20 Oct 2018 14:19:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7374506508850570580]]>(Christine, Lucy, Elizabeth) It's that time of year again! Hauntings, mayhem, and spooky happenings abound and we are here to feed your dark side with some creepy bits plucked from history.(Christine, Lucy, Elizabeth) It's that time of year again! Hauntings, mayhem, and spooky happenings abound and we are here to feed your dark side with some creepy bits plucked from history.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:25fullHow to Make a Fortune in Fictional PoyaisHow to Make a Fortune in Fictional Poyaishttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-make-a-fortune-in-fictional-poyais/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-make-a-fortune-in-fictional-poyais/#commentsSat, 06 Oct 2018 16:02:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2577969682178460539]]>(Lesley) While the brave, the curious, and the outlawed began new lives in New World colonies, industrialists in Europe began searching for investment opportunities. The realities of travel, however, meant that leaps of faith were common for investors. I...(Lesley) While the brave, the curious, and the outlawed began new lives in New World colonies, industrialists in Europe began searching for investment opportunities. The realities of travel, however, meant that leaps of faith were common for investors. In this episode, Lesley digs deep into the story of a confidence trickster who fabricated an entire country in need of investment. Unfortunately, exotic Poyais did not exist. Who wants to buy the Brooklyn Bridge when you could buy a country the size of Wales instead?Footnoting HistorynoNo16:49fullThe Legend of Pope JoanThe Legend of Pope Joanhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-legend-of-pope-joan/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-legend-of-pope-joan/#commentsSun, 30 Sep 2018 14:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-557426832746498558]]>(Nathan) One of the most famous stories about the medieval papacy is that, supposedly sometime in the 9th or 11th century, there was a woman named Joan who disguised herself as a man and became Pope John. While it might sound like a modern, anti-Catholi...(Nathan) One of the most famous stories about the medieval papacy is that, supposedly sometime in the 9th or 11th century, there was a woman named Joan who disguised herself as a man and became Pope John. While it might sound like a modern, anti-Catholic creation, this story was actually invented in the Middle Ages. In this episode, Nathan returns to the realm of medieval conspiracy theories to talk about the medieval origins and development of the myth of Joan, as well as the social role of conspiracy theory.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:49fullEscape from Slavery: The Story of Mary and Emily EdmonsonEscape from Slavery: The Story of Mary and Emily Edmonsonhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/escape-from-slavery-the-story-of-mary-and-emily-edmonson/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/escape-from-slavery-the-story-of-mary-and-emily-edmonson/#commentsSat, 08 Sep 2018 18:53:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6346043990126851393]]>(Elizabeth) Mary and Emily Edmonson were two of the youngest passengers who attempted to escape slavery on the ill-fated Pearl voyage in 1848. Join Elizabeth as she and a descendant of the Edmonson family discuss the role of these young women in not only...(Elizabeth) Mary and Emily Edmonson were two of the youngest passengers who attempted to escape slavery on the ill-fated Pearl voyage in 1848. Join Elizabeth as she and a descendant of the Edmonson family discuss the role of these young women in not only the escape but also the abolition movement and Reconstruction.Footnoting HistorynoNo35:33fullBeyond the Trenches: Other Fronts of WWIBeyond the Trenches: Other Fronts of WWIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/beyond-the-trenches-other-fronts-of-wwi/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/beyond-the-trenches-other-fronts-of-wwi/#commentsSat, 25 Aug 2018 10:51:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1176046715556043809]]>(Lucy) In popular memory and on the big screen, the First World War was fought in the mud of northern France — or maybe in the skies above it. But what about the war beyond the irreverently-nicknamed trenches? This episode will explore the war as it was ...(Lucy) In popular memory and on the big screen, the First World War was fought in the mud of northern France — or maybe in the skies above it. But what about the war beyond the irreverently-nicknamed trenches? This episode will explore the war as it was fought in the wheat fields of Romania, in the plains of Cameroon, the waters of the Mediterranean, and the deserts of Libya. Examining lesser-known fronts of WWI will also show us different experiences, and different soldiers, as the imperial maps of the late nineteenth century were permanently altered.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:08fullHow to Avoid Serving in Napoleon's ArmyHow to Avoid Serving in Napoleon's Armyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-avoid-serving-in-napoleons-army/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-avoid-serving-in-napoleons-army/#commentsSat, 11 Aug 2018 06:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3738542790618022375]]>(Christine) Napoleon Bonaparte built his career and maintained his empire with soldiers at his back. Often, the fate of the France seemed to hinge on his military success, but that did not mean every man in the country was eager to join the fight. In th...(Christine) Napoleon Bonaparte built his career and maintained his empire with soldiers at his back. Often, the fate of the France seemed to hinge on his military success, but that did not mean every man in the country was eager to join the fight. In this episode, Christine looks at some of the ways men avoided serving in Napoleon's army.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:56fullWho Was Bass Reeves?Who Was Bass Reeves?https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/who-was-bass-reeves/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/who-was-bass-reeves/#commentsSat, 28 Jul 2018 10:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4243576656398612357]]>(Samantha) Bass Reeves was born a slave but escaped from his master and lived as an outlaw in the Indian Territory until the Emancipation Proclamation officially made him a free man. He went on to use the knowledge he gained during his time in hiding to ...(Samantha) Bass Reeves was born a slave but escaped from his master and lived as an outlaw in the Indian Territory until the Emancipation Proclamation officially made him a free man. He went on to use the knowledge he gained during his time in hiding to become one of the most successful U.S. Deputy Marshals of his day.Footnoting HistorynoNo20:18fullAncient Authoritative AnimalsAncient Authoritative Animalshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ancient-authoritative-animals/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ancient-authoritative-animals/#commentsSat, 14 Jul 2018 13:45:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7619555767770689705]]>(Lesley) Today's modern economy allows those with resources to lavish love and attention on their pets. In 2017, the pet industry represented $96 billion in sales in the US alone. Countless hours are spent calming our anxiety by watching cute cat videos....(Lesley) Today's modern economy allows those with resources to lavish love and attention on their pets. In 2017, the pet industry represented $96 billion in sales in the US alone. Countless hours are spent calming our anxiety by watching cute cat videos. Is this behavior so new and modern? In this episode, Lesley explores the ancient world and three case studies when an adored pet was lavished with unparalleled praise and opportunity -- our animals have always had a special meaning in our hearts.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:16fullSpecial Edition: The Marriage of John Quincy and Louisa AdamsSpecial Edition: The Marriage of John Quincy and Louisa Adamshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-the-marriage-of-john-quincy-and-louisa-adams/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-the-marriage-of-john-quincy-and-louisa-adams/#commentsSat, 19 May 2018 18:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5711095824421534615]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) This weekend Britain celebrates the wedding of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle, and we at Footnoting History are thrilled. Join us as we mark the occasion by discussing another cross-Atlantic union: the marriage ...(Christine and Elizabeth) This weekend Britain celebrates the wedding of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle, and we at Footnoting History are thrilled. Join us as we mark the occasion by discussing another cross-Atlantic union: the marriage of US President John Quincy Adams and Louisa Johnson of London, England.Footnoting HistorynoNo35:54fullThe Blazing World of Lady Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of NewcastleThe Blazing World of Lady Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of Newcastlehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-blazing-world-of-lady-margaret-cavendish-duchess-of-newcastle/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-blazing-world-of-lady-margaret-cavendish-duchess-of-newcastle/#commentsSat, 05 May 2018 18:18:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-955454765389058427]]>(Nathan) Poet, playwright, philosopher, science theorist, and science fiction author--just a few of the occupations held by the 17th-century noblewoman, Lady Margaret Cavendish. One of the towering intellects of her day, Cavendish was a prodigious write...(Nathan) Poet, playwright, philosopher, science theorist, and science fiction author--just a few of the occupations held by the 17th-century noblewoman, Lady Margaret Cavendish. One of the towering intellects of her day, Cavendish was a prodigious writer who was by her own account painfully shy, but whose works were revolutionary in their imaginativeness and insight. In this episode, we will explore the life of this remarkable woman, the story of her family during the tumult of the English Civil War, and how she navigated the male-dominated intellectual world of Stuart England.Footnoting HistorynoNo21:38fullYolande Du Bois and the Weight of W.E.B. Du Bois's DreamsYolande Du Bois and the Weight of W.E.B. Du Bois's Dreamshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/yolande-du-bois-and-the-weight-of-web-du-boiss-dreams/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/yolande-du-bois-and-the-weight-of-web-du-boiss-dreams/#commentsSat, 21 Apr 2018 23:32:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5028834522595185039]]>(Elizabeth) In the 20th Century, W.E.B. Du Bois was one of the leading intellectuals of the movement to gain equality for African-Americans. His daughter, Yolande Du Bois, found much of her life shaped by her father's desire for his daughter to be the ex...(Elizabeth) In the 20th Century, W.E.B. Du Bois was one of the leading intellectuals of the movement to gain equality for African-Americans. His daughter, Yolande Du Bois, found much of her life shaped by her father's desire for his daughter to be the exemplar of the abilities and potential of African-Americans. In this episode, Elizabeth examines Yolande's life and to what it extent it was shaped by her father.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:17fullAmbition, Anxiety, and the Unseen Universe: Science and Victorian FictionAmbition, Anxiety, and the Unseen Universe: Science and Victorian Fictionhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ambition-anxiety-and-the-unseen-universe-science-and-victorian-fiction/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ambition-anxiety-and-the-unseen-universe-science-and-victorian-fiction/#commentsSat, 07 Apr 2018 10:42:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3173328277904813976]]>(Lucy) It’s a truism to say that the Victorian age was a period of rapid technological and social change. It was also a period when science, increasingly, posited proofs for the unseen, from bacteria to mental illness to sexual orientation. Scientific di...(Lucy) It’s a truism to say that the Victorian age was a period of rapid technological and social change. It was also a period when science, increasingly, posited proofs for the unseen, from bacteria to mental illness to sexual orientation. Scientific discoveries and debates were cause for anxiety, as well as excitement. Whether through fictional scientists or science fiction, literature could be a place to explore society’s complex relationships to scientific change.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:40fullEvacuating the LoyalistsEvacuating the Loyalistshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evacuating-the-loyalists/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evacuating-the-loyalists/#commentsSat, 24 Mar 2018 12:18:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-118724417223599361]]>(Christine) During the American Revolution, not everyone living in the rebellious colonies wanted to separate from Great Britain. In this episode, find out how loyalists (those still devoted to King George III) coped with the war ending and the colonies ...(Christine) During the American Revolution, not everyone living in the rebellious colonies wanted to separate from Great Britain. In this episode, find out how loyalists (those still devoted to King George III) coped with the war ending and the colonies achieving independence.Footnoting HistorynoNo24:06fullHoelun the Stolen BrideHoelun the Stolen Bridehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hoelun-the-stolen-bride/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hoelun-the-stolen-bride/#commentsSat, 10 Mar 2018 15:36:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4755770608346883186]]>(Samantha) Some time before 1162, a Mongol girl named Hoelun was kidnapped and taken as a bride. A short time later she gave birth to a future emperor. Although the details of her story are shrouded in mystery, the tales that are told of her reveal a wea...(Samantha) Some time before 1162, a Mongol girl named Hoelun was kidnapped and taken as a bride. A short time later she gave birth to a future emperor. Although the details of her story are shrouded in mystery, the tales that are told of her reveal a wealth of information about steppe culture and hint at the motivations of her son as he rewrote the very fabric of that society.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:13fullThe Papal PornocracyThe Papal Pornocracyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-papal-pornocracy/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-papal-pornocracy/#commentsSun, 25 Feb 2018 12:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1183281628703563226]]>(Nathan) When popes are elected today, the cardinals of the Catholic Church meet in secret conclave. But it wasn't always so. In the 9th through 11th centuries, control of the Chair of St. Peter was fiercely contested between several Roman families, wh...(Nathan) When popes are elected today, the cardinals of the Catholic Church meet in secret conclave. But it wasn't always so. In the 9th through 11th centuries, control of the Chair of St. Peter was fiercely contested between several Roman families, who put their sons, brothers, and lovers on the papal throne. In this episode, we will look at the murders, depositions, adultery, illicit relationships, trials of papal cadavers, and debauched behavior that allegedly characterized this period, as well as the important role played by two Roman noblewomen--Theodora and Marozia Theophylacti--that led some 19th century German historians to label this as a "pornocracy."Footnoting HistorynoNo25:19fullCensorship in Reformation EnglandCensorship in Reformation Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/censorship-in-reformation-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/censorship-in-reformation-england/#commentsSat, 10 Feb 2018 15:22:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6790610176527660304]]>(Lesley) The arrival of the printing press on the scene of early modern Europe helped to spread seditious ideas that became the Protestant Reformation. Monarchs across Europe and beyond had to establish new policies governing regarding the publication an...(Lesley) The arrival of the printing press on the scene of early modern Europe helped to spread seditious ideas that became the Protestant Reformation. Monarchs across Europe and beyond had to establish new policies governing regarding the publication and distribution of potentially dangerous ideas. In this episode, Lesley describes a few laws designed to keep information under control and shares what might happen when a printer ignored the law to publish radical, challenging ideas.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:17fullJewish Fighters of Medieval EuropeJewish Fighters of Medieval Europehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jewish-fighters-of-medieval-europe/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jewish-fighters-of-medieval-europe/#commentsSat, 27 Jan 2018 12:16:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5424013565468911967]]>(Elizabeth) When we think of medieval Europe, knights, jousting, and sword fights come to mind. New light has been shed on fighting practices in medieval Europe, however, by the discovery of treatises, some of which describe the techniques employed and t...(Elizabeth) When we think of medieval Europe, knights, jousting, and sword fights come to mind. New light has been shed on fighting practices in medieval Europe, however, by the discovery of treatises, some of which describe the techniques employed and taught by Jewish fighting masters. Join Elizabeth as she delves into this little known field of fighting styles, and learn about how you too can learn to fight like a medieval European.Footnoting HistorynoNo18:25fullHow to Be a BeguineHow to Be a Beguinehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-be-a-beguine/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-be-a-beguine/#commentsSat, 13 Jan 2018 11:54:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3944978510216633535]]>(Lucy) In late medieval Europe, groups of women called beguines assembled in twos and threes, or in large communities, to practice the religious life. They lived simply, served the poor and sick, and sometimes engaged in business. But unlike nuns, they d...(Lucy) In late medieval Europe, groups of women called beguines assembled in twos and threes, or in large communities, to practice the religious life. They lived simply, served the poor and sick, and sometimes engaged in business. But unlike nuns, they didn’t take vows. So what did it mean to be a beguine? This episode takes on that question, on which both medieval authorities and modern scholars have disagreed.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:07fullBack of Every Great Work: The Story of Emily Warren RoeblingBack of Every Great Work: The Story of Emily Warren Roeblinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/back-of-every-great-work-the-story-of-emily-warren-roebling/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/back-of-every-great-work-the-story-of-emily-warren-roebling/#commentsSat, 16 Dec 2017 14:05:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3737760051973876201]]>(Samantha) According to a plaque on the Brooklyn Bridge “back of every great work we can find the self-sacrificing devotion of a woman.” Indeed, when John Roebling died and his son, Washington, was struck ill, it was Washington’s young wife, Emily Warren...(Samantha) According to a plaque on the Brooklyn Bridge “back of every great work we can find the self-sacrificing devotion of a woman.” Indeed, when John Roebling died and his son, Washington, was struck ill, it was Washington’s young wife, Emily Warren Roebling, who worked day and night to ensure that the Brooklyn Bridge was built.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:53fullNapoleon Bonaparte's Near-Fatal ChristmasNapoleon Bonaparte's Near-Fatal Christmashttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-bonapartes-near-fatal-christmas/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-bonapartes-near-fatal-christmas/#commentsSat, 02 Dec 2017 10:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2893908535842301964]]>(Christine) December may be a celebratory time for many, but in 1800 it caused Napoleon Bonaparte a giant headache. This episode is all about the attempted Christmas Eve assassination of France's future emperor.(Christine) December may be a celebratory time for many, but in 1800 it caused Napoleon Bonaparte a giant headache. This episode is all about the attempted Christmas Eve assassination of France's future emperor.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:40fullThe Malleus MaleficarumThe Malleus Maleficarumhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-malleus-maleficarum/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-malleus-maleficarum/#commentsSun, 19 Nov 2017 10:57:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7854047372650660085]]>(Nathan) In 1486, two German inquisitors published a treatise on the nature and prosecution of witches: the Malleus Maleficarum or "Hammer of the Witches." This work overturned centuries of Catholic teaching regarding sorcery and witches, turning them i...(Nathan) In 1486, two German inquisitors published a treatise on the nature and prosecution of witches: the Malleus Maleficarum or "Hammer of the Witches." This work overturned centuries of Catholic teaching regarding sorcery and witches, turning them into dark agents of evil who drew power from sexual union with the Devil himself. In this episode, we look at the origins of this text and how it led to the deaths of thousands of innocent people in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:50fullDistrust of Chinese-Americans in Early 20th-Century New York CityDistrust of Chinese-Americans in Early 20th-Century New York Cityhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/distrust-of-chinese-americans-in-early-20th-century-new-york-city/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/distrust-of-chinese-americans-in-early-20th-century-new-york-city/#commentsSat, 04 Nov 2017 13:17:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1866703374495742692]]>(Elizabeth) In 1910, Ida Delancey lost custody of her niece because her neighbors complained to child services that Ida, a white woman living in Brooklyn, was known to move in the same circles as Chinese-Americans. Elizabeth explores why this was a cause...(Elizabeth) In 1910, Ida Delancey lost custody of her niece because her neighbors complained to child services that Ida, a white woman living in Brooklyn, was known to move in the same circles as Chinese-Americans. Elizabeth explores why this was a cause to have the child removed and how fears had increased after a 1909 murder of a young woman in New York City.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:28fullHistory for Halloween IVHistory for Halloween IVhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-iv/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-iv/#commentsSat, 21 Oct 2017 11:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-921092720476465700]]>(Christine, Lesley, Lucy) German ghosts, medieval inspirations, and horrors in the attic abound! We're back with bite-sized eerie tales in our fourth installment of History for Halloween.(Christine, Lesley, Lucy) German ghosts, medieval inspirations, and horrors in the attic abound! We're back with bite-sized eerie tales in our fourth installment of History for Halloween.Footnoting HistorynoNo25:10Cemeteries: Washington Park Cemetery and Early 20th-Century AtlantaCemeteries: Washington Park Cemetery and Early 20th-Century Atlantahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cemeteries-washington-park-cemetery-and-early-20th-century-atlanta/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cemeteries-washington-park-cemetery-and-early-20th-century-atlanta/#commentsSat, 07 Oct 2017 15:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5588479809932722496]]>(Elizabeth) In this episode, we return once again to the stories of three people buried in a cemetery in the Atlanta metro area. Second-sight, sharecropping, and a street called Auburn Avenue provide context for the lives of three people interred at Wash...(Elizabeth) In this episode, we return once again to the stories of three people buried in a cemetery in the Atlanta metro area. Second-sight, sharecropping, and a street called Auburn Avenue provide context for the lives of three people interred at Washington Park Cemetery.Footnoting HistorynoNo28:48Belle Gunness, Black Widow Serial KillerBelle Gunness, Black Widow Serial Killerhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/belle-gunness-black-widow-serial-killer/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/belle-gunness-black-widow-serial-killer/#commentsSat, 23 Sep 2017 17:49:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3040978692123382606]]>(Nathan) In the quiet town of La Porte, Indiana at the beginning of the 20th century lived a widow farmer with three children. Originally from Norway, Belle Sørenson Gunness was, like many widows in the period, in search of a husband to help work her la...(Nathan) In the quiet town of La Porte, Indiana at the beginning of the 20th century lived a widow farmer with three children. Originally from Norway, Belle Sørenson Gunness was, like many widows in the period, in search of a husband to help work her lands and provide for her family--until one night, a tragic fire revealed that all was not as it appeared. In this week's episode, we examine the grisly tale of how the outwardly unassuming Belle killed at least nine male suitors and probably two husbands, and the terrible methods that she used to evade capture.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:38John Dee: Astrologer, Courtier, Mystic...Spy?John Dee: Astrologer, Courtier, Mystic...Spy?https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/john-dee-astrologer-courtier-mysticspy/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/john-dee-astrologer-courtier-mysticspy/#commentsSat, 09 Sep 2017 11:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4356251685088165802]]>(Lucy) ​John Dee has been variously described as a visionary, a philosopher, and a “real-life Gandalf.” Internationally renowned, he served at the Elizabethan court as a consultant on matters worldly and otherworldly. The possessor of a legendary library...(Lucy) ​John Dee has been variously described as a visionary, a philosopher, and a “real-life Gandalf.” Internationally renowned, he served at the Elizabethan court as a consultant on matters worldly and otherworldly. The possessor of a legendary library, Dee himself was a legend in his own day, and has remained so ever since. Scholar and scientist, he was also convinced that he could talk to angels. This episode attempts to disentangle fact from fiction.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:08The Invention of the Chocolate Chip CookieThe Invention of the Chocolate Chip Cookiehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-invention-of-the-chocolate-chip-cookie/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-invention-of-the-chocolate-chip-cookie/#commentsSat, 26 Aug 2017 13:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-872368694831852257]]>(Samantha) Who doesn’t love the chocolate chip cookie? Today, chocolate chip is the most popular variety of cookie in the United States, but it did not exist until the 1930s. This episode traces the confection from its invention in the kitchen of Mrs. Ru...(Samantha) Who doesn’t love the chocolate chip cookie? Today, chocolate chip is the most popular variety of cookie in the United States, but it did not exist until the 1930s. This episode traces the confection from its invention in the kitchen of Mrs. Ruth Wakefield to your own home.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:31The Murderess in HistoryThe Murderess in Historyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-murderess-in-history/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-murderess-in-history/#commentsSat, 12 Aug 2017 08:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4328553322127929681]]>(Lesley) Serial killers can be fascinating subjects. The men who hunt strangers are terrifying and interesting studies of the human mind. Yet women in history have also killed, and in some cases they have killed in large, unexpected numbers. In this epis...(Lesley) Serial killers can be fascinating subjects. The men who hunt strangers are terrifying and interesting studies of the human mind. Yet women in history have also killed, and in some cases they have killed in large, unexpected numbers. In this episode, Lesley discusses five lesser-known serial killers from throughout history and analyzes how the female motivations from the past may differ from the more famous serial killers of modern day.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:13Cemeteries: Local History of Mid-20th Century AtlantaCemeteries: Local History of Mid-20th Century Atlantahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cemeteries-local-history-of-mid-20th-century-atlanta/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cemeteries-local-history-of-mid-20th-century-atlanta/#commentsSat, 17 Jun 2017 12:54:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3929045565393834939]]>(Elizabeth) Taphophilia is the love of cemeteries and headstones. In this episode, Elizabeth indulges her taphophilia as she uses stories from East View Cemetery on the outskirts of Atlanta to learn about life in the city in the early to mid-20th century...(Elizabeth) Taphophilia is the love of cemeteries and headstones. In this episode, Elizabeth indulges her taphophilia as she uses stories from East View Cemetery on the outskirts of Atlanta to learn about life in the city in the early to mid-20th century as she traces the lives of three people buried there. Golf, textile mills, and military service help us complete the picture.Footnoting HistorynoNo26:00Guy de Montfort and Dante’s InfernoGuy de Montfort and Dante’s Infernohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/guy-de-montfort-and-dante-s-inferno/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/guy-de-montfort-and-dante-s-inferno/#commentsSat, 03 Jun 2017 06:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7807854298531981665]]>(Christine) When your grandfather was a leading crusader and your father was a famous rebel, what is left for you to do? For Guy de Montfort the answer was to earn a spot in one of the circles of hell imagined by Dante in his Inferno. Find out how this m...(Christine) When your grandfather was a leading crusader and your father was a famous rebel, what is left for you to do? For Guy de Montfort the answer was to earn a spot in one of the circles of hell imagined by Dante in his Inferno. Find out how this medieval man came to such a fate in this episode.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:36Secret Santa: The History of Santa ClausSecret Santa: The History of Santa Claushttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/secret-santa-the-history-of-santa-claus/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/secret-santa-the-history-of-santa-claus/#commentsTue, 23 May 2017 13:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4623666625281817861]]>(Nathan) We kick off the Christmas season and celebrate the Feast of St. Nicholas (Dec. 6th) with a look at the history of Santa Claus, from his origins as a fourth-century bishop to the creation of Rudolph in the 20th century.(Nathan) We kick off the Christmas season and celebrate the Feast of St. Nicholas (Dec. 6th) with a look at the history of Santa Claus, from his origins as a fourth-century bishop to the creation of Rudolph in the 20th century.Footnoting HistorynoNo34:53The Husband-Killing She-Wolf: The Life of Joanna of NaplesThe Husband-Killing She-Wolf: The Life of Joanna of Napleshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-husband-killing-she-wolf-the-life-of-joanna-of-naples/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-husband-killing-she-wolf-the-life-of-joanna-of-naples/#commentsTue, 23 May 2017 13:58:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-597780519205175495]]>(Nathan) Joanna I of Naples led a fascinating life marked by both triumph and tragedy. Orphaned as a child, married four times, and rumored to have had her first husband killed outside her own bedchamber, she was a controversial figure even in her own d...(Nathan) Joanna I of Naples led a fascinating life marked by both triumph and tragedy. Orphaned as a child, married four times, and rumored to have had her first husband killed outside her own bedchamber, she was a controversial figure even in her own day. Join us as we examine the ups and downs of one of the most powerful (yet oft-forgotten) women of the fourteenth century.Footnoting HistorynoNo26:37The One-Legged Nazi-Fighting Jesuit: Rupert MayerThe One-Legged Nazi-Fighting Jesuit: Rupert Mayerhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-one-legged-nazi-fighting-jesuit-rupert-mayer/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-one-legged-nazi-fighting-jesuit-rupert-mayer/#commentsSat, 20 May 2017 13:17:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3528517942636923098]]>(Lucy) Fr. Rupert Mayer’s pastoral career ranged from serving as a chaplain for German troops during the First World War, to finding people jobs and housing. Then, after Hitler came to power, Fr. Mayer defied the Gestapo, and lived to tell the tale. Joi...(Lucy) Fr. Rupert Mayer’s pastoral career ranged from serving as a chaplain for German troops during the First World War, to finding people jobs and housing. Then, after Hitler came to power, Fr. Mayer defied the Gestapo, and lived to tell the tale. Join Lucy for an episode about this remarkable Nazi-fighting Jesuit.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:13Jumbo the ElephantJumbo the Elephanthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jumbo-the-elephant-1566671698/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jumbo-the-elephant-1566671698/#commentsSat, 06 May 2017 12:50:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8041856263569349733]]>(Christine) In May of 2016 the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus’ elephants performed for their final time before entering retirement. Over 130 years earlier, in 1882, Jumbo the elephant left London for New York and joined P.T. Barnum’s traveling...(Christine) In May of 2016 the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus’ elephants performed for their final time before entering retirement. Over 130 years earlier, in 1882, Jumbo the elephant left London for New York and joined P.T. Barnum’s traveling menagerie. In this episode, Christine explores Jumbo’s life as one of the Victorian era’s most famous animals.Footnoting HistorynoNo25:25How to Punish a Witch in 16th-Century EnglandHow to Punish a Witch in 16th-Century Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-punish-a-witch-in-16th-century-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/how-to-punish-a-witch-in-16th-century-england/#commentsSat, 22 Apr 2017 13:10:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3455092257742785710]]>(Lesley) We've all seen movies burn witches at the stake. But how did England's lawmakers propose to punish these evil-doers? You might be surprised. This week, we explore the various ways a sorcerer or witch could be punished in early modern England.(Lesley) We've all seen movies burn witches at the stake. But how did England's lawmakers propose to punish these evil-doers? You might be surprised. This week, we explore the various ways a sorcerer or witch could be punished in early modern England.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:33The Great Unpleasantness? World War One in WhodunitsThe Great Unpleasantness? World War One in Whodunitshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-great-unpleasantness-world-war-one-in-whodunits/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-great-unpleasantness-world-war-one-in-whodunits/#commentsSat, 08 Apr 2017 18:55:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6595512285490537131]]>(Elizabeth and Lucy) The First World War was, infamously, a source of both transformation and trauma. In this episode, Lucy and Elizabeth find evidence of the ways in which the War to End all Wars influenced some of the greatest British mystery novels of...(Elizabeth and Lucy) The First World War was, infamously, a source of both transformation and trauma. In this episode, Lucy and Elizabeth find evidence of the ways in which the War to End all Wars influenced some of the greatest British mystery novels of the mid-20th century, especially how experiences of WWI were normalized, memorialized, or condemned within their pages.Footnoting HistorynoNo49:59Curious George Escapes Nazi EuropeCurious George Escapes Nazi Europehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/curious-george-escapes-nazi-europe/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/curious-george-escapes-nazi-europe/#commentsSat, 25 Mar 2017 10:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8616876312715888362]]>(Samantha) Everyone knows the beloved children’s character Curious George, but how many of us know about his creators? When Hans and Margaret Rey created the mischievous monkey, they were German Jews living in Paris. As the Nazis swept through Europe, th...(Samantha) Everyone knows the beloved children’s character Curious George, but how many of us know about his creators? When Hans and Margaret Rey created the mischievous monkey, they were German Jews living in Paris. As the Nazis swept through Europe, the dynamic pair escaped with their precious manuscript on a homemade bicycle.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:09Early American Newspapers and Freedom of the PressEarly American Newspapers and Freedom of the Presshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/early-american-newspapers-and-freedom-of-the-press/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/early-american-newspapers-and-freedom-of-the-press/#commentsSat, 11 Mar 2017 16:56:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3297090594640236908]]>(Nathan) In the First Amendment to the US Constitution, tucked between the freedom of speech and right of assembly, is a protection of the freedom of the press. But why did the Framers feel the need to include it? The answer lies in the early history o...(Nathan) In the First Amendment to the US Constitution, tucked between the freedom of speech and right of assembly, is a protection of the freedom of the press. But why did the Framers feel the need to include it? The answer lies in the early history of the newspaper, when broadsheet publications were small-time startup operations that were sometimes suppressed by the British government. In this week's episode, we'll look at the early history of print media in the United States, the role of libel and censorship, and the trial of a German immigrant printer that changed it all.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:48A Royal Son: Henry the Young KingA Royal Son: Henry the Young Kinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-royal-son-henry-the-young-king/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-royal-son-henry-the-young-king/#commentsSat, 25 Feb 2017 10:13:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8704046312438319059]]>(Christine) What is it like to be a king but still have to answer to your father? In the twelfth century, Henry the Young King lived in the shadow of one of Europe’s most powerful monarchs: Henry II of England. This episode delves into the life of a man ...(Christine) What is it like to be a king but still have to answer to your father? In the twelfth century, Henry the Young King lived in the shadow of one of Europe’s most powerful monarchs: Henry II of England. This episode delves into the life of a man who was crowned twice but never ruled the kingdom.Footnoting HistorynoNo18:54The Trotula and Medieval GynecologyThe Trotula and Medieval Gynecologyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-trotula-and-medieval-gynecology/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-trotula-and-medieval-gynecology/#commentsSat, 11 Feb 2017 19:21:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5071053983856854380]]>(Nathan) Imagine you were a medieval woman suffering from fertility problems or an irregular period. How would you deal with these issues, and what kinds of treatments might your physician prescribe? To what lengths would you be willing to go, what sub...(Nathan) Imagine you were a medieval woman suffering from fertility problems or an irregular period. How would you deal with these issues, and what kinds of treatments might your physician prescribe? To what lengths would you be willing to go, what substances would you be willing to ingest or insert in order to solve menstrual cramps? In this week's episode, we'll talk about one of the most famous manuals of medieval gynecology and the ways women in the Middle Ages cared for their health.Footnoting HistorynoNo25:59Tuxedo Park: Inside the GateTuxedo Park: Inside the Gatehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tuxedo-park-inside-the-gate/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tuxedo-park-inside-the-gate/#commentsFri, 03 Feb 2017 13:53:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8707111473771594635]]>(Elizabeth) At the end of the 19th century, one of the earliest planned communities in the United States was created just over an hour north of New York City. Learn about the founding of Tuxedo Park, some of its more famous inhabitants, why the tuxedo is...(Elizabeth) At the end of the 19th century, one of the earliest planned communities in the United States was created just over an hour north of New York City. Learn about the founding of Tuxedo Park, some of its more famous inhabitants, why the tuxedo is named after it, and the role it played in radar innovation during WWII.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:23The Woman and the 20-Pound TumorThe Woman and the 20-Pound Tumorhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-woman-and-the-20-pound-tumor/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-woman-and-the-20-pound-tumor/#commentsSat, 28 Jan 2017 12:16:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5545656794365735864]]>(Lesley) In the age before anesthesia, what would you do with a pregnancy that would not end? Would you accept a doctor's diagnosis of death or would you press to find any possible treatment? This episode follows the story of Jane Todd Crawford, who trav...(Lesley) In the age before anesthesia, what would you do with a pregnancy that would not end? Would you accept a doctor's diagnosis of death or would you press to find any possible treatment? This episode follows the story of Jane Todd Crawford, who traveled 60 miles by horseback to end a two-year "pregnancy"... and rode herself into the history books.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:3954° 40' or Fight: How a Latitude Line became a Rallying Cry54° 40' or Fight: How a Latitude Line became a Rallying Cryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/54%c2%b0-40-or-fight-how-a-latitude-line-became-a-rallying-cry/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/54%c2%b0-40-or-fight-how-a-latitude-line-became-a-rallying-cry/#commentsSat, 14 Jan 2017 17:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1199762578603392755]]>(Elizabeth) How could a line of latitude become a rallying cry for war in the 19th century? Elizabeth examines the Oregon Border Dispute and explains the myths and passions surrounding the slogan.(Elizabeth) How could a line of latitude become a rallying cry for war in the 19th century? Elizabeth examines the Oregon Border Dispute and explains the myths and passions surrounding the slogan.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:07Ghosts of Christmas PastGhosts of Christmas Pasthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ghosts-of-christmas-past-1566671710/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/ghosts-of-christmas-past-1566671710/#commentsSat, 17 Dec 2016 12:33:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7700087033900506670(Lucy) The Victorians gave the English-speaking world a lot of Christmas traditions: trees, the exchange of cards… and, less famously, ghost stories. This week’s episode looks at the historical origins of Victorian England’s Christmas hauntings, and how they expressed the beliefs and anxieties of the age, and even, sometimes, its sense of humor as well.]]>(Lucy) The Victorians gave the English-speaking world a lot of Christmas traditions: trees, the exchange of cards… and, less famously, ghost stories. This week’s episode looks at the historical origins of Victorian England’s Christmas hauntings, and how ...(Lucy) The Victorians gave the English-speaking world a lot of Christmas traditions: trees, the exchange of cards… and, less famously, ghost stories. This week’s episode looks at the historical origins of Victorian England’s Christmas hauntings, and how they expressed the beliefs and anxieties of the age, and even, sometimes, its sense of humor as well.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:24Olga Nethersole and the Sapho ScandalOlga Nethersole and the Sapho Scandalhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/olga-nethersole-and-the-sapho-scandal/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/olga-nethersole-and-the-sapho-scandal/#commentsSat, 03 Dec 2016 12:51:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1899529763637492533]]>(Christine) ​In early 1900, actress Olga Nethersole and several of her colleagues were indicted for their roles in the production of a play. Find out what caused them to be called "of wicked and depraved mind and disposition" when Christine covers the sc...(Christine) ​In early 1900, actress Olga Nethersole and several of her colleagues were indicted for their roles in the production of a play. Find out what caused them to be called "of wicked and depraved mind and disposition" when Christine covers the scandal that made New York City headlines.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:51Martha, the Last Passenger PigeonMartha, the Last Passenger Pigeonhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/martha-the-last-passenger-pigeon/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/martha-the-last-passenger-pigeon/#commentsSat, 19 Nov 2016 14:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1070001990947729337]]>(Elizabeth) How did passenger pigeons, which numbered in the millions in the mid-19th century, become extinct in just over 50 years? Elizabeth explains the birds’ sudden decline as she discusses the life and death of Martha, the last passenger pigeon.(Elizabeth) How did passenger pigeons, which numbered in the millions in the mid-19th century, become extinct in just over 50 years? Elizabeth explains the birds’ sudden decline as she discusses the life and death of Martha, the last passenger pigeon.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:56The Un-Engagement of Jane AustenThe Un-Engagement of Jane Austenhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-un-engagement-of-jane-austen/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-un-engagement-of-jane-austen/#commentsSat, 05 Nov 2016 16:09:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2495383578988882440]]>(Christine) Jane Austen’s novels contain many courtships and brides, but the author herself never married. In this episode, Christine will delve into the time in Jane’s life when she could have become a wife and introduce you to Harris Bigg-Wither, the m...(Christine) Jane Austen’s novels contain many courtships and brides, but the author herself never married. In this episode, Christine will delve into the time in Jane’s life when she could have become a wife and introduce you to Harris Bigg-Wither, the man who sought her hand.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:45History for Halloween IIHistory for Halloween IIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-ii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-ii/#commentsMon, 24 Oct 2016 04:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5620117121812925587]]>(Liz, Christine, Lesley, Lucy, Nathan) Last year we brought you History for Halloween, a trio of short true tales perfect for the spookiest of holidays. Join us this year for a real ghost story, a haunted house, a Victorian haunting story, a tale of the...(Liz, Christine, Lesley, Lucy, Nathan) Last year we brought you History for Halloween, a trio of short true tales perfect for the spookiest of holidays. Join us this year for a real ghost story, a haunted house, a Victorian haunting story, a tale of the Oxford Brasenose Hellfire Club, and a 15th century demonic invocation.Footnoting HistorynoNo23:55History for Halloween IHistory for Halloween Ihttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-i/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-i/#commentsMon, 24 Oct 2016 04:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7364429087504902002]]>(Elizabeth, Lucy, and Christine) Stories are spookier when they are rooted in reality. In celebration of Halloween, some of our podcasters have collected strange-but-true tales to get you through the night when the link between the living and the dead is...(Elizabeth, Lucy, and Christine) Stories are spookier when they are rooted in reality. In celebration of Halloween, some of our podcasters have collected strange-but-true tales to get you through the night when the link between the living and the dead is believed to be the strongest. Join us for a selection of ghastly and ghostly factual anecdotes you can share at your Halloween party.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:36History for Halloween IIIHistory for Halloween IIIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-iii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/history-for-halloween-iii/#commentsSat, 22 Oct 2016 11:42:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1844938974235264689]]>​(Christine, Lucy, Lesley) We're celebrating the creepiest of holidays with our third edition of History for Halloween. Join us for a selection of (true!) tales covering everything from haunted farmers to the bizarre fate of Oliver Cromwell's head.​(Christine, Lucy, Lesley) We're celebrating the creepiest of holidays with our third edition of History for Halloween. Join us for a selection of (true!) tales covering everything from haunted farmers to the bizarre fate of Oliver Cromwell's head.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:07Poison in Colonial IndiaPoison in Colonial Indiahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/poison-in-colonial-india/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/poison-in-colonial-india/#commentsSat, 08 Oct 2016 09:28:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-906662108257842025]]>(Lesley) Datura is a beautiful flower found throughout India. It is also a minor poison which has a storied past in local folklore. How did locals use this plant in medicine and local conflict? Join us as we explore local tradition and crime through the ...(Lesley) Datura is a beautiful flower found throughout India. It is also a minor poison which has a storied past in local folklore. How did locals use this plant in medicine and local conflict? Join us as we explore local tradition and crime through the eyes of British officials.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:45The (Failed) Republic of FredoniaThe (Failed) Republic of Fredoniahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-failed-republic-of-fredonia/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-failed-republic-of-fredonia/#commentsSun, 25 Sep 2016 17:54:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-9158853289651188747]]>(Nathan) Most people think of Fredonia as the fictitious country of the Marx Brothers film, Duck Soup, but Fredonia was actually a country...sort of. In 1826, a hot-tempered Virginian 'colonist' named Haden Edwards created an alliance with a local Chero...(Nathan) Most people think of Fredonia as the fictitious country of the Marx Brothers film, Duck Soup, but Fredonia was actually a country...sort of. In 1826, a hot-tempered Virginian 'colonist' named Haden Edwards created an alliance with a local Cherokee tribe and led a short-lived rebellion against Mexican rule in East Texas that resulted in his proclamation of the Republic of Fredonia, which existed for just over a month. In this episode, we explore the circumstances surrounding Edwards' rebellion, the colony he created, and the aftermath of Fredonia's collapse.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:16Tycho Brahe: The Astronomer with a Copper NoseTycho Brahe: The Astronomer with a Copper Nosehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tycho-brahe-the-astronomer-with-a-copper-nose/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tycho-brahe-the-astronomer-with-a-copper-nose/#commentsSat, 10 Sep 2016 13:14:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4883085934114617586]]>(Samantha) Tycho Brahe was born into the Danish aristocracy at a time when noblemen normally didn’t follow academic pursuits. But he found himself so fascinated by astronomy that he decided to flout tradition as he did with his marriage and many other as...(Samantha) Tycho Brahe was born into the Danish aristocracy at a time when noblemen normally didn’t follow academic pursuits. But he found himself so fascinated by astronomy that he decided to flout tradition as he did with his marriage and many other aspects of his personal life. His observations changed the way scientists perceived the heavens, even if he didn't get things quite right.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:15The Rise of the British Spy NovelThe Rise of the British Spy Novelhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-the-british-spy-novel/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-the-british-spy-novel/#commentsSat, 27 Aug 2016 13:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1320104995854725253]]>(Lucy) Death rays, invasions, and bombs, oh my! From Kipling’s “Great Game” to John Buchan’s 39 Steps, the rise of espionage in fiction mirrored British anxieties about the world and its place in it. Idealism and social criticism were often closely linke...(Lucy) Death rays, invasions, and bombs, oh my! From Kipling’s “Great Game” to John Buchan’s 39 Steps, the rise of espionage in fiction mirrored British anxieties about the world and its place in it. Idealism and social criticism were often closely linked, with unlikely heroes (and sometimes heroines) being plucked from obscurity to save the day… and sometimes the world. This episode discusses how the tropes of British spy fiction were formed and transcended in the first half of the twentieth century.Footnoting HistorynoNo24:20The Murder of Sweden's King Gustav IIIThe Murder of Sweden's King Gustav IIIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-murder-of-swedens-king-gustav-iii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-murder-of-swedens-king-gustav-iii/#commentsSat, 13 Aug 2016 09:40:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8430111349850626669]]>(Christine) Louis XVI of France wasn't the only European king to die at the hands of his subjects in the 1790s. In this episode Christine examines the life and dramatic assassination of King Gustav III of Sweden.(Christine) Louis XVI of France wasn't the only European king to die at the hands of his subjects in the 1790s. In this episode Christine examines the life and dramatic assassination of King Gustav III of Sweden.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:46The Life of Beatrice de PlanissolesThe Life of Beatrice de Planissoleshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-of-beatrice-de-planissoles/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-of-beatrice-de-planissoles/#commentsSat, 18 Jun 2016 14:10:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5308892767980129459]]>(Nathan) In the hills of Southern France in the fourteenth century lived a woman named Beatrice de Planissoles, whose story remained largely unknown until the mid-20th century. In this episode, we will explore her remarkable life--her sexual affair with...(Nathan) In the hills of Southern France in the fourteenth century lived a woman named Beatrice de Planissoles, whose story remained largely unknown until the mid-20th century. In this episode, we will explore her remarkable life--her sexual affair with the town priest, her relationships with her neighbors, the contraceptive device she wore, the contents of her purse, her abuse at the hands of powerful men, and her trial for heresy--and how it changed the study of medieval history.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:55Desert Queens? Women at the Edges of Empire from Hester Stanhope to Gertrude BellDesert Queens? Women at the Edges of Empire from Hester Stanhope to Gertrude Bellhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/desert-queens-women-at-the-edges-of-empire-from-hester-stanhope-to-gertrude-bell/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/desert-queens-women-at-the-edges-of-empire-from-hester-stanhope-to-gertrude-bell/#commentsSat, 04 Jun 2016 11:36:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3543320792984105874]]>(Lucy) Notorious eccentrics, esteemed researchers, loose-cannon diplomats: this episode looks at the histories of the British women who were travelers and archaeologists in the Middle East and India in the early twentieth century. As women, their accompl...(Lucy) Notorious eccentrics, esteemed researchers, loose-cannon diplomats: this episode looks at the histories of the British women who were travelers and archaeologists in the Middle East and India in the early twentieth century. As women, their accomplishments were often assessed by British audiences in terms of respectability. As British women, however, they often reinforced imperial control and imperial ideas.Footnoting HistorynoNo21:51The Life and Crimes of CaravaggioThe Life and Crimes of Caravaggiohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-and-crimes-of-caravaggio/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-and-crimes-of-caravaggio/#commentsSat, 21 May 2016 14:20:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6919375470009764925]]>(Samantha) One of the most inventive painters of his day, Caravaggio’s work is remembered for its ingenious use of light and shadow. Much like his work, Caravaggio’s life was lived in the shadows as he became involved in one criminal activity after anoth...(Samantha) One of the most inventive painters of his day, Caravaggio’s work is remembered for its ingenious use of light and shadow. Much like his work, Caravaggio’s life was lived in the shadows as he became involved in one criminal activity after another, which eventually culminated in his exile and death. This episode sheds a ray of sunshine into the darkened canvas of Caravaggio’s story.Footnoting HistorynoNo23:41Al Capone's Pineapple PrimaryAl Capone's Pineapple Primaryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/al-capones-pineapple-primary/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/al-capones-pineapple-primary/#commentsSat, 07 May 2016 11:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7274295114751193490]]>(Lesley) Many Americans are familiar with Al Capone's mobster rule over the city of Chicago during the Prohibition Era, but few know about his violent involvement in the so-called "Pineapple Primary." How far would Capone go to see his chosen man elected...(Lesley) Many Americans are familiar with Al Capone's mobster rule over the city of Chicago during the Prohibition Era, but few know about his violent involvement in the so-called "Pineapple Primary." How far would Capone go to see his chosen man elected, and how many lives would be lost in the process?Footnoting HistorynoNo13:17Easter Rising, Part II: AftermathEaster Rising, Part II: Aftermathhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/easter-rising-part-ii-aftermath/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/easter-rising-part-ii-aftermath/#commentsSat, 23 Apr 2016 12:01:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7828011236934405055]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of their examination of the rebellion, Christine and Elizabeth follow Patrick Pearse and his associates from the GPO to Kilmainham Gaol, take a look at how Britain handled the rebels, and assess what it all meant.(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of their examination of the rebellion, Christine and Elizabeth follow Patrick Pearse and his associates from the GPO to Kilmainham Gaol, take a look at how Britain handled the rebels, and assess what it all meant.Footnoting HistorynoNo22:09Easter Rising, Part I: OriginsEaster Rising, Part I: Originshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/easter-rising-part-i-origins/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/easter-rising-part-i-origins/#commentsSat, 09 Apr 2016 13:15:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3368778700626901103(Christine and Elizabeth) For the centennial of the Easter Rising, Christine and Elizabeth look back to the mythology and reality behind the 1916 Irish rebellion. ​]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) For the centennial of the Easter Rising, Christine and Elizabeth look back to the mythology and reality behind the 1916 Irish rebellion. ​(Christine and Elizabeth) For the centennial of the Easter Rising, Christine and Elizabeth look back to the mythology and reality behind the 1916 Irish rebellion. ​Footnoting HistorynoNo23:31Disney and the Space RaceDisney and the Space Racehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/disney-and-the-space-race/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/disney-and-the-space-race/#commentsSat, 26 Mar 2016 06:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8777691564190092244]]>(Elizabeth) In the 1950s, Walt Disney hired German rocket scientist, Wernher von Braun, to help make the Tomorrowland section of his developing theme park as accurate as possible. This relationship, however, had greater implications for the United States...(Elizabeth) In the 1950s, Walt Disney hired German rocket scientist, Wernher von Braun, to help make the Tomorrowland section of his developing theme park as accurate as possible. This relationship, however, had greater implications for the United States and its place in the Space Race.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:50Evelyn Nesbit and the Crime of the CenturyEvelyn Nesbit and the Crime of the Centuryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evelyn-nesbit-and-the-crime-of-the-century/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/evelyn-nesbit-and-the-crime-of-the-century/#commentsSat, 12 Mar 2016 14:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-715495095968743382(Samantha) In December 1900 the beautiful, fifteen year old Evelyn Nesbit arrived in New York. Within a year she became the “glittering girl model of Gotham,” the first iconic American sex-goddess. Her fame would transform into notoriety after June 25, 1906 when her millionaire husband, Harry Thaw, murdered Evelyn’s one time lover, Sanford White, in what was known by contemporaries as “the crime of the century.”]]>(Samantha) In December 1900 the beautiful, fifteen year old Evelyn Nesbit arrived in New York. Within a year she became the “glittering girl model of Gotham,” the first iconic American sex-goddess. Her fame would transform into notoriety after June 25, 1...(Samantha) In December 1900 the beautiful, fifteen year old Evelyn Nesbit arrived in New York. Within a year she became the “glittering girl model of Gotham,” the first iconic American sex-goddess. Her fame would transform into notoriety after June 25, 1906 when her millionaire husband, Harry Thaw, murdered Evelyn’s one time lover, Sanford White, in what was known by contemporaries as “the crime of the century.”Footnoting HistorynoNo26:01The Eleven Lost DaysThe Eleven Lost Dayshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-eleven-lost-days/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-eleven-lost-days/#commentsSat, 27 Feb 2016 15:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2715024189095610785]]>(Nathan) In the eighteenth century, the British Parliament undertook the task of fixing the calendar. Due to a problem with the Julian Calendar, which had been in use since ancient Rome, the calendar was eleven days off of where it should fall in refere...(Nathan) In the eighteenth century, the British Parliament undertook the task of fixing the calendar. Due to a problem with the Julian Calendar, which had been in use since ancient Rome, the calendar was eleven days off of where it should fall in reference to the solar cycle. In this episode, we'll trace the history of the Julian and Gregorian calendars and how it took nearly 500 years to (almost) universally implement.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:29After Napoleon: Josephine DivorcedAfter Napoleon: Josephine Divorcedhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/after-napoleon-josephine-divorced/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/after-napoleon-josephine-divorced/#commentsSat, 13 Feb 2016 07:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3253516100339719575]]>(Christine) What happens when one of the most powerful men in Europe ends your marriage? What do you do when you're replaced as Empress of France? In this episode, we delve into Josephine Bonaparte’s life as the ex-wife of Emperor Napoleon.(Christine) What happens when one of the most powerful men in Europe ends your marriage? What do you do when you're replaced as Empress of France? In this episode, we delve into Josephine Bonaparte’s life as the ex-wife of Emperor Napoleon.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:05Medieval Animal TrialsMedieval Animal Trialshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/medieval-animal-trials/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/medieval-animal-trials/#commentsSat, 30 Jan 2016 09:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-578117245941758065]]>(Lesley) Humans and animals have developed a symbiotic relationship over the past 30,000 years. From the earliest domesticated dogs to sign-language speaking apes, animals have worked with humans throughout history. Yet the relationship is not always a p...(Lesley) Humans and animals have developed a symbiotic relationship over the past 30,000 years. From the earliest domesticated dogs to sign-language speaking apes, animals have worked with humans throughout history. Yet the relationship is not always a positive one; predators and vermin make life very difficult. In this podcast, Lesley explores one innovative method of dealing with animals that make a nuisance of themselves: by bringing them up on charges in Court.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:04Sherlock Holmes in Popular CultureSherlock Holmes in Popular Culturehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/sherlock-holmes-in-popular-culture/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/sherlock-holmes-in-popular-culture/#commentsSat, 16 Jan 2016 12:13:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6968319025613992069]]>(Lucy) Sherlock Holmes is not only the world's only private consulting detective, he's also arguably the world's longest-running pop culture phenomenon. Pastiches, parodies, and fanfic have multiplied from the 1890s onwards. Holmes films have been around...(Lucy) Sherlock Holmes is not only the world's only private consulting detective, he's also arguably the world's longest-running pop culture phenomenon. Pastiches, parodies, and fanfic have multiplied from the 1890s onwards. Holmes films have been around almost as long as the technology itself. This week, we look at some of the factors in the great detective's immense--and immensely versatile--presence in pop culture beyond the canon.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:25The Great Medieval Canon Law ForgeryThe Great Medieval Canon Law Forgeryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-great-medieval-canon-law-forgery/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-great-medieval-canon-law-forgery/#commentsSun, 06 Dec 2015 16:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1384190915726028212]]>(Nathan) In the mid-9th century, a group of Frankish bishops created one of the greatest forgeries in medieval history, making up an entire collection of fake letters and church law. Attributed to a Spanish author, "Isidore the Merchant," this canon law...(Nathan) In the mid-9th century, a group of Frankish bishops created one of the greatest forgeries in medieval history, making up an entire collection of fake letters and church law. Attributed to a Spanish author, "Isidore the Merchant," this canon law collection was cited and reused for almost 600 years before the forgery was discovered. In this episode, we'll uncover the motivations for this little-known forgery and how the authors managed to pull it off.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:20The Origins of "I Am A Man"The Origins of "I Am A Man"https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-origins-of-i-am-a-man/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-origins-of-i-am-a-man/#commentsSat, 21 Nov 2015 12:19:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-882934904458135076]]>(Elizabeth) In 1868, the striking sanitation workers of Memphis carried signs declaring "I AM A MAN." This statement answered a question asked by abolitionists and supporters of Civil Rights since the late 18th century.(Elizabeth) In 1868, the striking sanitation workers of Memphis carried signs declaring "I AM A MAN." This statement answered a question asked by abolitionists and supporters of Civil Rights since the late 18th century.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:28Apples in AmericaApples in Americahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/apples-in-america/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/apples-in-america/#commentsSat, 07 Nov 2015 13:42:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4258024029687278341]]>(Samantha) “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Or does it? Americans have grown apples in plentitude since colonization, but we used to drink them much more often than we ate them. From the early settlers, to Johnny Appleseed, to the temperance movem...(Samantha) “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Or does it? Americans have grown apples in plentitude since colonization, but we used to drink them much more often than we ate them. From the early settlers, to Johnny Appleseed, to the temperance movement and the global market place, learn about how societal changes in the United States have impacted apple growing and consumption.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:42Hospitals in the Victorian CityHospitals in the Victorian Cityhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hospitals-in-the-victorian-city/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hospitals-in-the-victorian-city/#commentsSat, 10 Oct 2015 12:23:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4707703225215143214]]>(Lucy) From the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign in the 1830s, to her death in 1901, the social landscape of Britain was profoundly changed. The evolution of hospitals’ form and function was not the least of these. Under the influence of social reform...(Lucy) From the beginning of Queen Victoria’s reign in the 1830s, to her death in 1901, the social landscape of Britain was profoundly changed. The evolution of hospitals’ form and function was not the least of these. Under the influence of social reformers, innovative architects, and, not least, medical practitioners themselves, the theory and practice of hospital care were adapted to changing ideas about physical and moral hygiene. This podcast focuses on the development of one such institution: the General Infirmary in the industrial powerhouse of Leeds, which expanded along with the city’s population. Its buildings, designed by George Gilbert Scott, represented the most up-to-date medical theory--and most grand architectural invention--of late Victorian Britain, and served as a monument to how this prosperous society desired to see itself.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:00Papal Residences: The Lateran, The Vatican, and Castel GandolfoPapal Residences: The Lateran, The Vatican, and Castel Gandolfohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/papal-residences-the-lateran-the-vatican-and-castel-gandolfo/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/papal-residences-the-lateran-the-vatican-and-castel-gandolfo/#commentsSat, 26 Sep 2015 07:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1459309890658221148]]>(Nicole) What was the main papal headquarters in Rome before the Vatican? Where do Popes go on vacation? Find out in this episode's exploration of papal residences in Rome.(Nicole) What was the main papal headquarters in Rome before the Vatican? Where do Popes go on vacation? Find out in this episode's exploration of papal residences in Rome.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:38The Royal Teeth of Louis XIVThe Royal Teeth of Louis XIVhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-royal-teeth-of-louis-xiv/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-royal-teeth-of-louis-xiv/#commentsSat, 12 Sep 2015 14:54:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-330981271507061067]]>(Christine) King Louis XIV of France may be known as the "Sun King" but not everything about his life was bright and splendid. In this episode we discuss the crippling dental difficulties that plagued Louis and possibly increase your appreciation of mode...(Christine) King Louis XIV of France may be known as the "Sun King" but not everything about his life was bright and splendid. In this episode we discuss the crippling dental difficulties that plagued Louis and possibly increase your appreciation of modern anesthesia.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:46The Execution of Mary, Queen of ScotsThe Execution of Mary, Queen of Scotshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-execution-of-mary-queen-of-scots/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-execution-of-mary-queen-of-scots/#commentsSat, 29 Aug 2015 11:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-487473924580707952]]>(Lesley) The lives of Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I of England may be seen as a contrast in social expectations during early modern Europe worthy of scholarship, and television dramas. Perhaps lesser known is the story of Mary's trial and the lega...(Lesley) The lives of Mary, Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I of England may be seen as a contrast in social expectations during early modern Europe worthy of scholarship, and television dramas. Perhaps lesser known is the story of Mary's trial and the legacy of her execution. Go behind the romanticism of Mary's life and learn about her death and the legacy of Elizabeth's final action to end of the life of her "Sister Queen."Footnoting HistorynoNo10:59The Invention of CanningThe Invention of Canninghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-invention-of-canning/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-invention-of-canning/#commentsSat, 15 Aug 2015 15:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8811862757170361596]]>(Nathan) Diversity is the key to any well-rounded diet, but variety can be hard to come by if food has to be rapidly consumed to avoid spoilage. Millenia-old methods of salting, pickling, and curing only worked with certain foods and were greatly limited...(Nathan) Diversity is the key to any well-rounded diet, but variety can be hard to come by if food has to be rapidly consumed to avoid spoilage. Millenia-old methods of salting, pickling, and curing only worked with certain foods and were greatly limited in terms of their applications. It wasn't until the French Revolution that modern methods of food preservation were discovered by a French chef, Nicolas Appert. In this episode we explore the military needs that spurred Appert's innovation and the ways in which his "canning" approach was improved over the course of the next century.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:38Big History?Big History?https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/big-history/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/big-history/#commentsSat, 01 Aug 2015 11:09:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4472699847839682062]]>(John) What do the universe, galaxy, Sun, Earth, and state formation have in common? In this episode John discusses Big History and how it can help better define state formation.(John) What do the universe, galaxy, Sun, Earth, and state formation have in common? In this episode John discusses Big History and how it can help better define state formation.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:13Comic Books and Thrill-Killers? An Interview with Mariah AdinComic Books and Thrill-Killers? An Interview with Mariah Adinhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/comic-books-and-thrill-killers-an-interview-with-mariah-adin/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/comic-books-and-thrill-killers-an-interview-with-mariah-adin/#commentsSat, 18 Jul 2015 19:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-881476788004229634The Brooklyn Thrill-Kill Gang and the Great Comic Book Scare of the 1950s to explore why juvenile delinquency kept so many parents up at night in the US in the 1950s. Were comic books leading kids to lives of crime?]]>The Brooklyn Thrill-Kill Gang and the Great Comic Book Scare of the 1950s to explore why juvenile delinquency kept so many parents up at night in the US in the 1950s. Were comic books leading kids to lives of crime?]]>(Elizabeth and Mariah) This week, Elizabeth interviews Mariah Adin about her book The Brooklyn Thrill-Kill Gang and the Great Comic Book Scare of the 1950s to explore why juvenile delinquency kept so many parents up at night in the US in the 1950s. Wer...(Elizabeth and Mariah) This week, Elizabeth interviews Mariah Adin about her book The Brooklyn Thrill-Kill Gang and the Great Comic Book Scare of the 1950s to explore why juvenile delinquency kept so many parents up at night in the US in the 1950s. Were comic books leading kids to lives of crime?Footnoting HistorynoNo26:43Independence from Whom? The American Revolution and EuropeIndependence from Whom? The American Revolution and Europehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/independence-from-whom-the-american-revolution-and-europe/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/independence-from-whom-the-american-revolution-and-europe/#commentsSat, 04 Jul 2015 10:16:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2227822421270258144]]>(Kirsti) On July 4, we tend to think about America's birth as a product of plucky colonial grit and determination, but could it have succeeded without the support of Britain's enemies? What did American independence mean for European politics? This week ...(Kirsti) On July 4, we tend to think about America's birth as a product of plucky colonial grit and determination, but could it have succeeded without the support of Britain's enemies? What did American independence mean for European politics? This week we look at the American Revolution as a continuation of power struggles in Europe.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:38Nuts: James Mulligan, Anthony McAuliffe, and the Notion of SurrenderNuts: James Mulligan, Anthony McAuliffe, and the Notion of Surrenderhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/nuts-james-mulligan-anthony-mcauliffe-and-the-notion-of-surrender/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/nuts-james-mulligan-anthony-mcauliffe-and-the-notion-of-surrender/#commentsSat, 20 Jun 2015 15:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7171109697694466104]]>(Ryan) More than eighty years before General Anthony McAuliffe gave his famous response of "Nuts" or "Go to hell!" to the German ultimatum to surrender the besieged city of Bastogne in World War II, another officer, Colonel James Stephens, issued a simil...(Ryan) More than eighty years before General Anthony McAuliffe gave his famous response of "Nuts" or "Go to hell!" to the German ultimatum to surrender the besieged city of Bastogne in World War II, another officer, Colonel James Stephens, issued a similar reply to Confederate forces who had surrounded his small command at Lexington, Missouri.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:40Dogs: The Final FrontierDogs: The Final Frontierhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dogs-the-final-frontier/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dogs-the-final-frontier/#commentsSat, 06 Jun 2015 11:39:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4554730121914887944]]>(Christina) The first animals to be domesticated, for centuries dogs helped their humans conquer the world. So perhaps it was only natural, as humans began to look toward other worlds, that their minds turned back to their first and most loyal companions...(Christina) The first animals to be domesticated, for centuries dogs helped their humans conquer the world. So perhaps it was only natural, as humans began to look toward other worlds, that their minds turned back to their first and most loyal companions. In this installment of Doggy History, we will examine the heroic animals (canines and others) sent into space during the mid-20th century.Footnoting HistorynoNo26:52Opium Wars and PeaceOpium Wars and Peacehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/opium-wars-and-peace/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/opium-wars-and-peace/#commentsSat, 23 May 2015 15:49:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2085613045986038019]]>(John) What if I were to tell you that the Opium Wars weren't really about opium? What if I told you that they were about trade, tea and silver? And what if one of the companies that began trading opium in the mid-nineteenth century is on the London Stoc...(John) What if I were to tell you that the Opium Wars weren't really about opium? What if I told you that they were about trade, tea and silver? And what if one of the companies that began trading opium in the mid-nineteenth century is on the London Stock Exchange today? On this episode of Footnoting History, John explores the opium trade and how it led to open markets and the collapse of the Qing dynasty.Footnoting HistorynoNo07:02Bonapartes in America: Jerome and ElizabethBonapartes in America: Jerome and Elizabethhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/bonapartes-in-america-jerome-and-elizabeth/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/bonapartes-in-america-jerome-and-elizabeth/#commentsSat, 09 May 2015 14:18:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3395393879311125985]]>(Christine) As his brother Napoleon rose to power in France, Jerome Bonaparte was across the ocean in Baltimore, Maryland. While there the young Bonaparte did what many men do, he married a beautiful woman. Unfortunately his union with Miss Elizabeth Pat...(Christine) As his brother Napoleon rose to power in France, Jerome Bonaparte was across the ocean in Baltimore, Maryland. While there the young Bonaparte did what many men do, he married a beautiful woman. Unfortunately his union with Miss Elizabeth Patterson was not welcomed by Napoleon, who had other plans for his little brother. In this episode we’ll examine what happened in Baltimore and how Emperor Napoleon’s disapproval changed the future of the newlywed couple.Footnoting HistorynoNo37:37Special Edition: British Royal SiblingsSpecial Edition: British Royal Siblingshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-british-royal-siblings/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-british-royal-siblings/#commentsSat, 02 May 2015 16:55:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-9088068139664223156]]>(Elizabeth and Christine) As Britain celebrates the birth of Prince George's little brother or sister, Footnoting History is pondering royal siblings who became influential figures in the country's history. Join us as we discuss how so-called "spares" ra...(Elizabeth and Christine) As Britain celebrates the birth of Prince George's little brother or sister, Footnoting History is pondering royal siblings who became influential figures in the country's history. Join us as we discuss how so-called "spares" ranging from Empress Matilda in the 12th century to King George VI in the 20th, found themselves in the spotlight.Footnoting HistorynoNo41:36Pop! Pop! Pop! A Brief History of PopcornPop! Pop! Pop! A Brief History of Popcornhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/pop-pop-pop-a-brief-history-of-popcorn/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/pop-pop-pop-a-brief-history-of-popcorn/#commentsSat, 25 Apr 2015 13:06:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4774791442674900755]]>(Samantha) The average American eats 68 quarts of popcorn each year - making the salty treat the most popular snack food in the country. But where does popcorn come from and how did it get so popular?(Samantha) The average American eats 68 quarts of popcorn each year - making the salty treat the most popular snack food in the country. But where does popcorn come from and how did it get so popular?Footnoting HistorynoNo35:31Cola di Rienzo: Medieval Tribune of the Roman RepublicCola di Rienzo: Medieval Tribune of the Roman Republichttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cola-di-rienzo-medieval-tribune-of-the-roman-republic/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cola-di-rienzo-medieval-tribune-of-the-roman-republic/#commentsSat, 11 Apr 2015 08:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2541313175259775334]]>(Nicole) Cola di Rienzo had a turbulent career in fourteenth century Rome. Find out how this son of a Roman innkeeper became embroiled in papal and imperial politics, held the ancient positions of tribune and senator, and ultimately died a violent death.(Nicole) Cola di Rienzo had a turbulent career in fourteenth century Rome. Find out how this son of a Roman innkeeper became embroiled in papal and imperial politics, held the ancient positions of tribune and senator, and ultimately died a violent death.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:32The Mystery of the Classic AuthorsThe Mystery of the Classic Authorshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-mystery-of-the-classic-authors/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-mystery-of-the-classic-authors/#commentsSat, 28 Mar 2015 15:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-551970149387898137]]>(Elizabeth) Beloved children's classics such as The Bobbsey Twins, Nancy Drew, and the Hardy Boys have been appearing in print for 75 to 100 years. The authors - Laura Lee Hope, Carolyn Keene, and Franklin W. Dixon - have kept children enchanted since th...(Elizabeth) Beloved children's classics such as The Bobbsey Twins, Nancy Drew, and the Hardy Boys have been appearing in print for 75 to 100 years. The authors - Laura Lee Hope, Carolyn Keene, and Franklin W. Dixon - have kept children enchanted since the early 20th century...or have they?Footnoting HistorynoNo11:24The Lepers and the London Nurse: The Remarkable Travels of Kate MarsdenThe Lepers and the London Nurse: The Remarkable Travels of Kate Marsdenhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-lepers-and-the-london-nurse-the-remarkable-travels-of-kate-marsden/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-lepers-and-the-london-nurse-the-remarkable-travels-of-kate-marsden/#commentsSat, 14 Mar 2015 12:32:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2922481172209900664(Lucy) Kate Marsden was born and died in London, but in the intervening decades, she traversed thousands of miles - and engaged the patronage of two empresses - in her efforts to ameliorate the lot of lepers, from London to the Russian steppes. Her exploits and her writings about them both inspired and scandalized society. This week's episode uses Marsden's career to discuss truth-telling, travel-writing, and Victorian ideas of virtue.]]>(Lucy) Kate Marsden was born and died in London, but in the intervening decades, she traversed thousands of miles - and engaged the patronage of two empresses - in her efforts to ameliorate the lot of lepers, from London to the Russian steppes. Her e...(Lucy) Kate Marsden was born and died in London, but in the intervening decades, she traversed thousands of miles - and engaged the patronage of two empresses - in her efforts to ameliorate the lot of lepers, from London to the Russian steppes. Her exploits and her writings about them both inspired and scandalized society. This week's episode uses Marsden's career to discuss truth-telling, travel-writing, and Victorian ideas of virtue.Footnoting HistorynoNo23:11Jean Hardouin and the Phantom Time ConspiraciesJean Hardouin and the Phantom Time Conspiracieshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jean-hardouin-and-the-phantom-time-conspiracies/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jean-hardouin-and-the-phantom-time-conspiracies/#commentsSat, 28 Feb 2015 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1907503846513956598(Nathan) What if everything you ever knew about history and classical literature was fundamentally wrong? What if there were a massive conspiracy, set in motion by medieval monks, to create entire bodies of literature and claim they were much older, or to invent centuries of history? In this episode, we trace the pseudo-history of the great "monastic conspiracy" from its origins in the writings of a French Jesuit in the 17th century to the bizarre New Chronology of a Russian mathematician in the 20th.]]>(Nathan) What if everything you ever knew about history and classical literature was fundamentally wrong? What if there were a massive conspiracy, set in motion by medieval monks, to create entire bodies of literature and claim they were much older, or t...(Nathan) What if everything you ever knew about history and classical literature was fundamentally wrong? What if there were a massive conspiracy, set in motion by medieval monks, to create entire bodies of literature and claim they were much older, or to invent centuries of history? In this episode, we trace the pseudo-history of the great "monastic conspiracy" from its origins in the writings of a French Jesuit in the 17th century to the bizarre New Chronology of a Russian mathematician in the 20th.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:52Watson, Franklin, and the Drama of DNAWatson, Franklin, and the Drama of DNAhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/watson-franklin-and-the-drama-of-dna/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/watson-franklin-and-the-drama-of-dna/#commentsSat, 14 Feb 2015 12:08:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8706566049040863788]]>(Lesley) In the 1950s, a series of discoveries allowed biologists to capture and construct the double-helio structure of DNA. For these efforts, James Watson, Maurice Wilkins, and Francis Crick were awarded the Nobel Prize in 1962. The implications of th...(Lesley) In the 1950s, a series of discoveries allowed biologists to capture and construct the double-helio structure of DNA. For these efforts, James Watson, Maurice Wilkins, and Francis Crick were awarded the Nobel Prize in 1962. The implications of this work transformed the field of biology and led to dramatic new advancements in medicine. But the story of DNA was not so simple. James Watson's personal behavior diminished the contributions of other scientists. In this episode of Footnoting History, we learn about the complex drama behind the scenes of a landmark and transformative discovery...and the complications that continue to dog the career of a prominent scientist today.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:17Mush!: A Short History of Dog SleddingMush!: A Short History of Dog Sleddinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mush-a-short-history-of-dog-sledding/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mush-a-short-history-of-dog-sledding/#commentsSat, 31 Jan 2015 10:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3742251580170137340Each year in early March, professional mushers and their dog teams converge on Anchorage, Alaska to run the Iditarod, a grueling race to Nome, more than 1,000 miles away, ostensibly in commemoration of the 1925 "Great Race of Mercy." That first "race" consisted of heroic dogs and sledders who rushed diphtheria serum to the stricken city, and ensured the sled dog Balto his place in doggie stardom (and a statue in Central Park). But the Iditarod's legacy has not been free of controversy. Join us as we explore the guts, glory, controversy, and fluffy protagonists of the long history of dog mushing, and examine the shifting relationships between human and canine that made it possible.]]>(Christina) Each year in early March, professional mushers and their dog teams converge on Anchorage, Alaska to run the Iditarod, a grueling race to Nome, more than 1,000 miles away, ostensibly in commemoration of the 1925 "Great Race of Mercy." That...(Christina) Each year in early March, professional mushers and their dog teams converge on Anchorage, Alaska to run the Iditarod, a grueling race to Nome, more than 1,000 miles away, ostensibly in commemoration of the 1925 "Great Race of Mercy." That first "race" consisted of heroic dogs and sledders who rushed diphtheria serum to the stricken city, and ensured the sled dog Balto his place in doggie stardom (and a statue in Central Park). But the Iditarod's legacy has not been free of controversy. Join us as we explore the guts, glory, controversy, and fluffy protagonists of the long history of dog mushing, and examine the shifting relationships between human and canine that made it possible.Footnoting HistorynoNo26:54Empress Eugénie in Exile, Part II: Life After EmpireEmpress Eugénie in Exile, Part II: Life After Empirehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/empress-eugenie-in-exile-part-ii-life-after-empire/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/empress-eugenie-in-exile-part-ii-life-after-empire/#commentsSat, 17 Jan 2015 12:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8993464354067021944]]>(Christine) The Second French Empire has fallen and Empress Eugénie fled to England, but what happened next? In this episode, we conclude our look at her life in exile, including her reunions with Napoleon III and their son, as well as the lasting piece...(Christine) The Second French Empire has fallen and Empress Eugénie fled to England, but what happened next? In this episode, we conclude our look at her life in exile, including her reunions with Napoleon III and their son, as well as the lasting piece of French imperialism she established in the English countryside.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:04Empress Eugénie in Exile, Part I: Flight from ParisEmpress Eugénie in Exile, Part I: Flight from Parishttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/empress-eugenie-in-exile-part-i-flight-from-paris/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/empress-eugenie-in-exile-part-i-flight-from-paris/#commentsSat, 03 Jan 2015 12:50:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4263512266473341947(Christine) When Napoleon III’s French Empire began to crumble in the late 19th century, his wife was trapped in Paris. Who could possibly help the Bonaparte Empress flee before the mobs got to her? An American dentist named Thomas Evans, of course. We’re kicking off the new year with a podcast about escapes and unlikely allies!]]>(Christine) When Napoleon III’s French Empire began to crumble in the late 19th century, his wife was trapped in Paris. Who could possibly help the Bonaparte Empress flee before the mobs got to her? An American dentist named Thomas Evans, of course. We’re kicking off the new year with a podcast about escapes and unlikely allies!]]>(Christine) When Napoleon III’s French Empire began to crumble in the late 19th century, his wife was trapped in Paris. Who could possibly help the Bonaparte Empress flee before the mobs got to her? An American dentist named Thomas Evans, of course. We’r...(Christine) When Napoleon III’s French Empire began to crumble in the late 19th century, his wife was trapped in Paris. Who could possibly help the Bonaparte Empress flee before the mobs got to her? An American dentist named Thomas Evans, of course. We’re kicking off the new year with a podcast about escapes and unlikely allies!Footnoting HistorynoNo21:202596fullKing Arthur's Christmas: Christianity, Paganism, and CommunityKing Arthur's Christmas: Christianity, Paganism, and Communityhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-arthurs-christmas-christianity-paganism-and-community/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-arthurs-christmas-christianity-paganism-and-community/#commentsSun, 21 Dec 2014 18:29:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6796690576216596491(Lucy) For much of the Middle Ages, King Arthur was Europe’s model king. His court could be a space for heroism, for romance, and also for the uncanny. Often drawing on oral tradition, written for elite audiences, the Arthurian romances of the 13th and 14th centuries can be surprisingly revealing about cultural values and cultural debates. This week we'll be looking at Christmas feasts, sun-god figures, and complex debates about the morality of flirting.]]>(Lucy) For much of the Middle Ages, King Arthur was Europe’s model king. His court could be a space for heroism, for romance, and also for the uncanny. Often drawing on oral tradition, written for elite audiences, the Arthurian romances of the 13th and 14th centuries can be surprisingly revealing about cultural values and cultural debates. This week we'll be looking at Christmas feasts, sun-god figures, and complex debates about the morality of flirting.]]>(Lucy) For much of the Middle Ages, King Arthur was Europe’s model king. His court could be a space for heroism, for romance, and also for the uncanny. Often drawing on oral tradition, written for elite audiences, the Arthurian romances of the 13th and 1...(Lucy) For much of the Middle Ages, King Arthur was Europe’s model king. His court could be a space for heroism, for romance, and also for the uncanny. Often drawing on oral tradition, written for elite audiences, the Arthurian romances of the 13th and 14th centuries can be surprisingly revealing about cultural values and cultural debates. This week we'll be looking at Christmas feasts, sun-god figures, and complex debates about the morality of flirting.Footnoting HistorynoNo15:31fullProtest Pop and Queen Elizabeth II' s Silver JubileeProtest Pop and Queen Elizabeth II' s Silver Jubileehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/protest-pop-and-queen-elizabeth-ii-s-silver-jubilee/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/protest-pop-and-queen-elizabeth-ii-s-silver-jubilee/#commentsSat, 29 Nov 2014 10:26:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2083681928175670676]]>(Esther) As the Queen celebrated her 25th year on the throne, England was restless, on the verge of anarchy, and sweating out the hottest summer in years. "God Save the Queen" went to the top of the charts, and the Sex Pistols, followed later by other ac...(Esther) As the Queen celebrated her 25th year on the throne, England was restless, on the verge of anarchy, and sweating out the hottest summer in years. "God Save the Queen" went to the top of the charts, and the Sex Pistols, followed later by other acts, vented their rage at the royal family. We will revisit the tumultuous year of 1977 as our starting point to explore the British musicians who protested the monarchy in the late 1970s and 1980s.Footnoting HistorynoNo35:31Robert Bruce: Stabbings and StatebuildingRobert Bruce: Stabbings and Statebuildinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/robert-bruce-stabbings-and-statebuilding/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/robert-bruce-stabbings-and-statebuilding/#commentsSat, 22 Nov 2014 16:59:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1437001479578650124Following the most recent referendum on Scottish independence, it's a perfect time to reflect on the origins of Scotland. What does the murder of John Comyn by Robert Bruce in 1306 tell us about medieval Scotland? How has history been rewritten to stress nationalist narratives? And did anyone really care about Scotland as a country or state in the early fourteenth century? All this and a murder most foul. Or moderately foul. Or perfectly justified. It's all very Scottish. But somebody was murdered and this week John takes a stab at addressing the formation of Scotland under Robert Bruce in the fourteenth century.]]>(John) Following the most recent referendum on Scottish independence, it's a perfect time to reflect on the origins of Scotland. What does the murder of John Comyn by Robert Bruce in 1306 tell us about medieval Scotland? How has history been rewritte...(John) Following the most recent referendum on Scottish independence, it's a perfect time to reflect on the origins of Scotland. What does the murder of John Comyn by Robert Bruce in 1306 tell us about medieval Scotland? How has history been rewritten to stress nationalist narratives? And did anyone really care about Scotland as a country or state in the early fourteenth century? All this and a murder most foul. Or moderately foul. Or perfectly justified. It's all very Scottish. But somebody was murdered and this week John takes a stab at addressing the formation of Scotland under Robert Bruce in the fourteenth century.Footnoting HistorynoNo30:07Mental Institutions, Part II: The Rosenhan ExperimentMental Institutions, Part II: The Rosenhan Experimenthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mental-institutions-part-ii-the-rosenhan-experiment/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mental-institutions-part-ii-the-rosenhan-experiment/#commentsSat, 15 Nov 2014 11:41:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-941847421022287488In the 1970s, Dr. David Rosenhan set out to show just how easy it is to be labeled mentally ill. Following the model of Nellie Bly, he and his pseudo-patients did just that.]]>(Elizabeth) In the 1970s, Dr. David Rosenhan set out to show just how easy it is to be labeled mentally ill. Following the model of Nellie Bly, he and his pseudo-patients did just that.(Elizabeth) In the 1970s, Dr. David Rosenhan set out to show just how easy it is to be labeled mentally ill. Following the model of Nellie Bly, he and his pseudo-patients did just that.Footnoting HistorynoNo21:38Mental Institutions, Part I: Nellie Bly's ExposéMental Institutions, Part I: Nellie Bly's Exposéhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mental-institutions-part-i-nellie-blys-expose/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mental-institutions-part-i-nellie-blys-expose/#commentsSat, 08 Nov 2014 12:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2456033302779978707(Elizabeth) In 1887, Nellie Bly was asked to pass a week at an insane asylum. She said she would and she could and she did.]]>(Elizabeth) In 1887, Nellie Bly was asked to pass a week at an insane asylum. She said she would and she could and she did.(Elizabeth) In 1887, Nellie Bly was asked to pass a week at an insane asylum. She said she would and she could and she did.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:51Guy FawkesGuy Fawkeshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/guy-fawkes/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/guy-fawkes/#commentsSat, 01 Nov 2014 11:24:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-801273662051020863]]>(Kirsti) Remember, remember the Fifth of November! Guy Fawkes has become an iconic face of the American Occupy movement, but was the Gunpowder Plot really an effort to improve the lot of the lower classes? This week we will explore the religious terroris...(Kirsti) Remember, remember the Fifth of November! Guy Fawkes has become an iconic face of the American Occupy movement, but was the Gunpowder Plot really an effort to improve the lot of the lower classes? This week we will explore the religious terrorism that inspired a national holiday.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:13The Demon CoreThe Demon Corehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-demon-core/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-demon-core/#commentsSat, 25 Oct 2014 09:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1518600395505656045]]>(Kirsti) The Manhattan Project placed the lives of scientists and staff in New Mexico at great risk. One plutonium core in particular claimed two lives over the course of two years, earning it the epithet "The Demon Core." What happened? What did we lear...(Kirsti) The Manhattan Project placed the lives of scientists and staff in New Mexico at great risk. One plutonium core in particular claimed two lives over the course of two years, earning it the epithet "The Demon Core." What happened? What did we learn from it? What was its eventual fate? We're going critical in this week's podcast.Footnoting HistorynoNo35:01Advances in the West: Grant's Army in 1862Advances in the West: Grant's Army in 1862https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/advances-in-the-west-grants-army-in-1862/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/advances-in-the-west-grants-army-in-1862/#commentsSat, 18 Oct 2014 13:10:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2940928669693126759]]>(Ryan) In this episode, Ryan looks at the Union advances in the west from the battle of Shiloh through the Siege of Corinth and how the retreat of the Confederate forces along the Mississippi River ultimately contributed to the defeat of the South in the...(Ryan) In this episode, Ryan looks at the Union advances in the west from the battle of Shiloh through the Siege of Corinth and how the retreat of the Confederate forces along the Mississippi River ultimately contributed to the defeat of the South in the American Civil War.Footnoting HistorynoNo37:04Taking the Waters: Good Health Among the "Best People"Taking the Waters: Good Health Among the "Best People"https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/taking-the-waters-good-health-among-the-best-people/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/taking-the-waters-good-health-among-the-best-people/#commentsSat, 11 Oct 2014 10:26:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3719151790793321549]]>(Lucy) From the late eighteenth century to the coming of WWI, Europe's haute bourgeoisie looked to mineral waters (sipped or bathed in) as medication for their malaises and a cure for ennui. The architecture and economy of spa towns developed accordingly...(Lucy) From the late eighteenth century to the coming of WWI, Europe's haute bourgeoisie looked to mineral waters (sipped or bathed in) as medication for their malaises and a cure for ennui. The architecture and economy of spa towns developed accordingly, creating an atmosphere for international communities to mingle socially, consume culture, and display their wealth. This episodeexamines these phenomena and the fascination they exercised for generations of literary giants.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:54Hugh O'Neill and the TudorsHugh O'Neill and the Tudorshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hugh-oneill-and-the-tudors/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hugh-oneill-and-the-tudors/#commentsSat, 04 Oct 2014 04:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5041772743665041761]]>(Christine) At the dawn of the 17th century, only one region of Ireland was largely outside of English control: Ulster. To change this, the Gaelic Irish heir to Ulster--Hugh O'Neill--was raised under close watch of the English crown. So what went wrong? ...(Christine) At the dawn of the 17th century, only one region of Ireland was largely outside of English control: Ulster. To change this, the Gaelic Irish heir to Ulster--Hugh O'Neill--was raised under close watch of the English crown. So what went wrong? Why did Hugh O'Neill end up in full rebellion against Tudor Queen Elizabeth I? And what exactly was the Flight of the Earls?Footnoting HistorynoNo26:56Dog Stars, Part IIDog Stars, Part IIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dog-stars-part-ii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dog-stars-part-ii/#commentsSat, 27 Sep 2014 11:08:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4079072622285119168]]>(Christina and Esther) In Part II of their look at the history of dogs in cinema, Christina and Esther talk about Lassie's patriotism, the moral implications of depicting animal cruelty on screen, and the strategic use of prosthetic dog heads. (Christina and Esther) In Part II of their look at the history of dogs in cinema, Christina and Esther talk about Lassie's patriotism, the moral implications of depicting animal cruelty on screen, and the strategic use of prosthetic dog heads. Footnoting HistorynoNo01:02:58Dog Stars, Part IDog Stars, Part Ihttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dog-stars-part-i/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dog-stars-part-i/#commentsSat, 20 Sep 2014 13:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1205983933766765173]]>(Christina and Esther) From Edison Studios’ nineteenth-century “actualities” to present day internet videos of twerking Corgis, dogs’ presence on film is as old as the medium. Join Christina and Esther in Part I of this two-part joint edition of our Dogg...(Christina and Esther) From Edison Studios’ nineteenth-century “actualities” to present day internet videos of twerking Corgis, dogs’ presence on film is as old as the medium. Join Christina and Esther in Part I of this two-part joint edition of our Doggy History and Film History series as they consider early film dogs, from Fatty Arbuckle's Luke to German Shepherd stars Rin Tin Tin and Strongheart.Footnoting HistorynoNo01:08:54Seeking to Punish in 17th-Century EnglandSeeking to Punish in 17th-Century Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/seeking-to-punish-in-17th-century-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/seeking-to-punish-in-17th-century-england/#commentsSat, 13 Sep 2014 10:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3070365389943159937]]>(Lesley) As the United States deals with a critical mass of imprisoned citizens, it might be worthwhile to consider how historical civilizations dealt with the punishment of non-violent offenders. How did England maintain order before the rise of the pri...(Lesley) As the United States deals with a critical mass of imprisoned citizens, it might be worthwhile to consider how historical civilizations dealt with the punishment of non-violent offenders. How did England maintain order before the rise of the prison? This episode explores alternatives to long-term prison sentences by examining the origins of the US English legal system - with surprising results.Footnoting HistorynoNo25:21King Childeric of the Franks: Barbarian?King Childeric of the Franks: Barbarian?https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-childeric-of-the-franks-barbarian/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/king-childeric-of-the-franks-barbarian/#commentsSat, 06 Sep 2014 05:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5433000223713724805]]>(Nicole) The fifth-century king of the Franks, Childeric, was a pagan king of a group whom Romans clearly thought of as barbarians. Nevertheless, he also held Roman authority and fought with the Romans against other barbarian groups. So, was Childeric a ...(Nicole) The fifth-century king of the Franks, Childeric, was a pagan king of a group whom Romans clearly thought of as barbarians. Nevertheless, he also held Roman authority and fought with the Romans against other barbarian groups. So, was Childeric a Roman, a barbarian, or both? In this podcast we'll explore fifth-century identity and politics.Footnoting HistorynoNo20:24Space Exploration and History ft. Asif SiddiqiSpace Exploration and History ft. Asif Siddiqihttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/space-exploration-and-history-ft-asif-siddiqi/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/space-exploration-and-history-ft-asif-siddiqi/#commentsSat, 30 Aug 2014 17:03:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4996526766048381863]]>This week, Nathan spoke with Asif Siddiqi, the only historian on the "Committee for Human Spaceflight," which recently completed its two year study on the future of NASA's efforts to send human beings into deep space. They discussed the history of sp...This week, Nathan spoke with Asif Siddiqi, the only historian on the "Committee for Human Spaceflight," which recently completed its two year study on the future of NASA's efforts to send human beings into deep space. They discussed the history of space exploration, the report's recommendations, and reflect on the role of historians to shape public policy.Footnoting HistorynoNo01:07:05Alan TuringAlan Turinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/alan-turing-1566671780/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/alan-turing-1566671780/#commentsSat, 23 Aug 2014 08:42:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3201640223564843621]]>(Kirsti) Alan Turing has been called a lay saint, and he surely was one of the greatest minds of the Greatest Generation. His work at Bletchley Park was vital to Allied success in World War II. Why, then, did he end his life under house arrest? And did *...(Kirsti) Alan Turing has been called a lay saint, and he surely was one of the greatest minds of the Greatest Generation. His work at Bletchley Park was vital to Allied success in World War II. Why, then, did he end his life under house arrest? And did *he* end it? Mysteries abound in this week's podcast!Footnoting HistorynoNo25:19Warrior, Wife, and Mother: The Story of Sichelgaita of SalernoWarrior, Wife, and Mother: The Story of Sichelgaita of Salernohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/warrior-wife-and-mother-the-story-of-sichelgaita-of-salerno/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/warrior-wife-and-mother-the-story-of-sichelgaita-of-salerno/#commentsSat, 16 Aug 2014 08:10:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3875750857731560315]]>(Samantha) According to Anna Comnena, the Byzantine historian, Sichelgaita of Salerno personally turned the tide at the battle of Dyrrachium when she charged at her own troops and drove them towards their enemy. But did such a thing ever happen? Who was ...(Samantha) According to Anna Comnena, the Byzantine historian, Sichelgaita of Salerno personally turned the tide at the battle of Dyrrachium when she charged at her own troops and drove them towards their enemy. But did such a thing ever happen? Who was Sichelgaita – a warrior, a wife, or a protective mother?Footnoting HistorynoNo23:03The Scientific Passions of Mary BucklandThe Scientific Passions of Mary Bucklandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-scientific-passions-of-mary-buckland/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-scientific-passions-of-mary-buckland/#commentsFri, 08 Aug 2014 19:08:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4929464396748021220]]>(Lucy) In the early 19th century, ancient fossils formed the basis of cutting-edge discoveries. Geology still hovered between amateur pursuit and scientific profession. Mary Buckland, married to the dinosaur-discovering William, participated in internati...(Lucy) In the early 19th century, ancient fossils formed the basis of cutting-edge discoveries. Geology still hovered between amateur pursuit and scientific profession. Mary Buckland, married to the dinosaur-discovering William, participated in international research networks, and was a silent partner in creating some of the new discipline's most important works.Footnoting HistorynoNo22:02Laura Bridgman, Charles Dickens, and Helen KellerLaura Bridgman, Charles Dickens, and Helen Kellerhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/laura-bridgman-charles-dickens-and-helen-keller/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/laura-bridgman-charles-dickens-and-helen-keller/#commentsSat, 02 Aug 2014 03:53:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1800381660844404030]]>(Christine) Laura Bridgman made headlines in the 19th century when her parents enrolled her at the Perkins Institute for the Blind. Under the guidance of Samuel Gridley Howe she learned how to speak with her fingers and became the first formally educated...(Christine) Laura Bridgman made headlines in the 19th century when her parents enrolled her at the Perkins Institute for the Blind. Under the guidance of Samuel Gridley Howe she learned how to speak with her fingers and became the first formally educated deaf-blind person in the United States. Though we hear little about her today, she was regularly named as an inspiration by Helen Keller- so who was Laura Bridgman and what was she doing hanging out with Charles Dickens?Footnoting HistorynoNo29:08Rosamund: 6th-Century Regicide and PoliticsRosamund: 6th-Century Regicide and Politicshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/rosamund-6th-century-regicide-and-politics/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/rosamund-6th-century-regicide-and-politics/#commentsSat, 26 Jul 2014 05:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4746704319526560979The sixth century was one of serious upheaval and shifting alliance. Get a glimpse of this world as we explore the life of Rosamund, a Gepid princess who witnessed the rise of the power of the Lombards, through their final defeat of her people and their invasion of Italy, before delivering a near fatal blow to it.]]>(Nicole) The sixth century was one of serious upheaval and shifting alliance. Get a glimpse of this world as we explore the life of Rosamund, a Gepid princess who witnessed the rise of the power of the Lombards, through their final defeat of her people a...(Nicole) The sixth century was one of serious upheaval and shifting alliance. Get a glimpse of this world as we explore the life of Rosamund, a Gepid princess who witnessed the rise of the power of the Lombards, through their final defeat of her people and their invasion of Italy, before delivering a near fatal blow to it.Footnoting HistorynoNo22:30Lawrence O'Brien: Fenians and the American Civil WarLawrence O'Brien: Fenians and the American Civil Warhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lawrence-obrien-fenians-and-the-american-civil-war/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lawrence-obrien-fenians-and-the-american-civil-war/#commentsSat, 19 Jul 2014 05:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6292496325458100366]]>(Ryan) Who were the Fenians and what were their goals? This is a question that historians have debated for years- this podcast will trace the life of a prominent Fenian, Lawrence O'Brien, to, perhaps, help explain the origins of this rather interesting I...(Ryan) Who were the Fenians and what were their goals? This is a question that historians have debated for years- this podcast will trace the life of a prominent Fenian, Lawrence O'Brien, to, perhaps, help explain the origins of this rather interesting Irish American nationalist organization during the Civil War.Footnoting HistorynoNo33:27The Rise of the Studios: The Origins of the Film Industry, Part IIThe Rise of the Studios: The Origins of the Film Industry, Part IIhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-the-studios-the-origins-of-the-film-industry-part-ii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-rise-of-the-studios-the-origins-of-the-film-industry-part-ii/#commentsSat, 12 Jul 2014 08:57:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8789960578378268694Part I, in this episode, we'll look at where film aspect ratios come from, why production studios began to move to Southern California, how World War I affected the film industry, the role of women in editing and production, and what the advent of sound meant for motion pictures.

]]>Part I, in this episode, we'll look at where film aspect ratios come from, why production studios began to move to Southern California, how World War I affected the film industry, the role of women in editing and production, and what the advent of sound meant for motion pictures. ]]>(Nathan) Picking up where we left off in Part I, in this episode, we'll look at where film aspect ratios come from, why production studios began to move to Southern California, how World War I affected the film industry, the role of women in editing and ...(Nathan) Picking up where we left off in Part I, in this episode, we'll look at where film aspect ratios come from, why production studios began to move to Southern California, how World War I affected the film industry, the role of women in editing and production, and what the advent of sound meant for motion pictures. Footnoting HistorynoNo22:29Love, Parachutes, and Käthchen PaulusLove, Parachutes, and Käthchen Paulushttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/love-parachutes-and-kathchen-paulus/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/love-parachutes-and-kathchen-paulus/#commentsSat, 12 Jul 2014 05:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4066341518856368295]]>(Lucy) Käthchen Paulus was born in the late 1860s, in a German village where she supported her mother by working as a seamstress. She died in the mid-30s in relative obscurity. But in between, she ran away with an adventurer, made and lost a fortune, bec...(Lucy) Käthchen Paulus was born in the late 1860s, in a German village where she supported her mother by working as a seamstress. She died in the mid-30s in relative obscurity. But in between, she ran away with an adventurer, made and lost a fortune, became an international celebrity, an entrepreneur, a WWI military advisor, and an inventor of lasting influence.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:51Alcibiades: The Bad Boy of AthensAlcibiades: The Bad Boy of Athenshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/alcibiades-the-bad-boy-of-athens/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/alcibiades-the-bad-boy-of-athens/#commentsSat, 31 May 2014 08:53:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-369113245350856700]]>(John) A student of Socrates, a friend of kings, a general and pirate, Alcibiades defies definition. He argued for a more aggressive policy against the Spartans only to later serve as one of their trusted advisers. He left Sparta to live in Persia where ...(John) A student of Socrates, a friend of kings, a general and pirate, Alcibiades defies definition. He argued for a more aggressive policy against the Spartans only to later serve as one of their trusted advisers. He left Sparta to live in Persia where he subverted both Spartan and Athenian interests. Join as we explore how this rogue challenged democracy, governments and identity in Classical Athens.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:39Before Napoleon: Josephine Bonaparte's First MarriageBefore Napoleon: Josephine Bonaparte's First Marriagehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/before-napoleon-josephine-bonapartes-first-marriage/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/before-napoleon-josephine-bonapartes-first-marriage/#commentsSun, 25 May 2014 12:55:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4839397826835906014]]>(Christine) May 29, 2014 marks the 200th anniversary of the death of Empress Josephine, first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte. Josephine’s life did not begin when she married the famous Corsican so this week, to honor her, we are looking at the time before sh...(Christine) May 29, 2014 marks the 200th anniversary of the death of Empress Josephine, first wife of Napoleon Bonaparte. Josephine’s life did not begin when she married the famous Corsican so this week, to honor her, we are looking at the time before she became a Bonaparte. Join Christine as she explores the years when Josephine answered to a different name, had a husband named Alexandre, and almost became a victim of the Reign of Terror.Footnoting HistorynoNo27:13The King James Bible: One Version of the Greatest Story Ever ToldThe King James Bible: One Version of the Greatest Story Ever Toldhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-king-james-bible-one-version-of-the-greatest-story-ever-told/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-king-james-bible-one-version-of-the-greatest-story-ever-told/#commentsSat, 17 May 2014 11:27:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5776230152259063996]]>(Elizabeth and Nathan) In 1611, a group of men completed what has become one of the most well-known translations of the Bible. But why did King James ask them to do it?(Elizabeth and Nathan) In 1611, a group of men completed what has become one of the most well-known translations of the Bible. But why did King James ask them to do it?Footnoting HistorynoNo23:46Nursery Rhymes, History, and MemoryNursery Rhymes, History, and Memoryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/nursery-rhymes-history-and-memory/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/nursery-rhymes-history-and-memory/#commentsSat, 10 May 2014 04:41:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6233647231614448330What kind of plums were in Jack Horner's pie? Why were the lion and the unicorn spoiling for a fight? Why did Humpty Dumpty fall? This week, Kirsti talks about the collective memory found in the nursery.]]>(Kirsti) What kind of plums were in Jack Horner's pie? Why were the lion and the unicorn spoiling for a fight? Why did Humpty Dumpty fall? This week, Kirsti talks about the collective memory found in the nursery.(Kirsti) What kind of plums were in Jack Horner's pie? Why were the lion and the unicorn spoiling for a fight? Why did Humpty Dumpty fall? This week, Kirsti talks about the collective memory found in the nursery.Footnoting HistorynoNo26:27A Tale of Three BreedsA Tale of Three Breedshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-tale-of-three-breeds/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-tale-of-three-breeds/#commentsSat, 03 May 2014 13:11:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1192546908598952214]]>(Christina) Head to a dog park and you’re sure to see a greyhound, a pug, or a German Shepherd. Which one is most closely related to the wolf? The answer may surprise you. Through concentrated effort across continents and centuries, humans manipulated ...(Christina) Head to a dog park and you’re sure to see a greyhound, a pug, or a German Shepherd. Which one is most closely related to the wolf? The answer may surprise you. Through concentrated effort across continents and centuries, humans manipulated canine raw material into made-to-measure companions. In this installment of Doggy History, we'll look at the origin and evolution of these three popular breeds and along the way learn about the process by which humans sought to remake dogs in their own image.Footnoting HistorynoNo28:37The Birth of a BlockbusterThe Birth of a Blockbusterhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-birth-of-a-blockbuster/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-birth-of-a-blockbuster/#commentsSat, 26 Apr 2014 05:07:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4387832474910233844The Birth of a Nation (1915), he said "it is like writing history with lightning." While the first epic movie in American film history was as deeply innovative as it was deeply racist, The Birth of a Nation ushered in a new era of blockbuster movie making in the early history of the medium.]]>The Birth of a Nation (1915), he said "it is like writing history with lightning." While the first epic movie in American film history was as deeply innovative as it was deeply racist, The Birth of a Nation ushered in a new era of blockbuster movie making in the early history of the medium.]]>(Esther) Urban legend has it that when President Woodrow Wilson first saw D.W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation (1915), he said "it is like writing history with lightning." While the first epic movie in American film history was as deeply innovative as i...(Esther) Urban legend has it that when President Woodrow Wilson first saw D.W. Griffith's The Birth of a Nation (1915), he said "it is like writing history with lightning." While the first epic movie in American film history was as deeply innovative as it was deeply racist, The Birth of a Nation ushered in a new era of blockbuster movie making in the early history of the medium.Footnoting HistorynoNo21:13Jumping the Broom: The Evolution of a Wedding TraditionJumping the Broom: The Evolution of a Wedding Traditionhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jumping-the-broom-the-evolution-of-a-wedding-tradition/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/jumping-the-broom-the-evolution-of-a-wedding-tradition/#commentsSat, 19 Apr 2014 06:18:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8861322578284902486]]>(Lesley) Weddings are ceremonies steeped in cultural traditions. From the costumes to the carefully-selected color schemes, marriage ceremonies often become orchestrated events more than a public celebration of love. But where do these traditions origina...(Lesley) Weddings are ceremonies steeped in cultural traditions. From the costumes to the carefully-selected color schemes, marriage ceremonies often become orchestrated events more than a public celebration of love. But where do these traditions originate? In this episode, Lesley explores the surprising history of "jumping the broom" at wedding ceremonies throughout history.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:05From Magic Lanterns to Nickelodeons: The Origins of the Film Industry, Part IFrom Magic Lanterns to Nickelodeons: The Origins of the Film Industry, Part Ihttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/from-magic-lanterns-to-nickelodeons-the-origins-of-the-film-industry-part-i/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/from-magic-lanterns-to-nickelodeons-the-origins-of-the-film-industry-part-i/#commentsSat, 12 Apr 2014 20:01:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1891481007042585618]]>(Nathan) For early movie-goers, film was a magical experience, but also sometimes a crowded and stuffy one. From the magic lantern shows of the eighteenth century to the heyday of the nickelodeon in the twentieth, in this episode we'll look at the origi...(Nathan) For early movie-goers, film was a magical experience, but also sometimes a crowded and stuffy one. From the magic lantern shows of the eighteenth century to the heyday of the nickelodeon in the twentieth, in this episode we'll look at the origins of film as a medium and the early decades of the film industry. Footnoting HistorynoNo28:17Dr. Fredric Wertham: Hero or Super-Villain?Dr. Fredric Wertham: Hero or Super-Villain?https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dr-fredric-wertham-hero-or-super-villain/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/dr-fredric-wertham-hero-or-super-villain/#commentsSat, 05 Apr 2014 08:36:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-9051400645940663738]]>(Mariah) For decades, comic book fans across the globe have reviled Dr. Fredric Wertham as the man who single-handedly brought down the "Golden Age" of comics. But is he truly the Lex Luthor he's been made out to be? Today's podcast takes a deeper look ...(Mariah) For decades, comic book fans across the globe have reviled Dr. Fredric Wertham as the man who single-handedly brought down the "Golden Age" of comics. But is he truly the Lex Luthor he's been made out to be? Today's podcast takes a deeper look at one of the most controversial figures of the 20th century.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:19The Life and Times of Emperor DiocletianThe Life and Times of Emperor Diocletianhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-and-times-of-emperor-diocletian/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-life-and-times-of-emperor-diocletian/#commentsSat, 29 Mar 2014 13:47:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-872082329094932230(Nicole) Join Nicole as she discusses Diocletian’s rise from obscure beginnings and low social standing to emperor, his reign, and his decision to retire, something that no Roman emperor had done before.]]>(Nicole) Join Nicole as she discusses Diocletian’s rise from obscure beginnings and low social standing to emperor, his reign, and his decision to retire, something that no Roman emperor had done before.(Nicole) Join Nicole as she discusses Diocletian’s rise from obscure beginnings and low social standing to emperor, his reign, and his decision to retire, something that no Roman emperor had done before.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:10Richard the Lionheart on CrusadeRichard the Lionheart on Crusadehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/richard-the-lionheart-on-crusade/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/richard-the-lionheart-on-crusade/#commentsSat, 22 Mar 2014 10:52:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8370514525163669649]]>(Samantha) Richard the Lionheart hardly seems like a footnote in history. He is celebrated as a great warrior king and is commemorated in just about every film version of Robin Hood. Yet he has become so mythologized that his actual deeds have become obs...(Samantha) Richard the Lionheart hardly seems like a footnote in history. He is celebrated as a great warrior king and is commemorated in just about every film version of Robin Hood. Yet he has become so mythologized that his actual deeds have become obscured. This podcast will look at contemporary sources to re-construct Richard's journey and attempt to retake Jerusalem from the infidel.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:54Irish Family Values: The Clannrickard Burkes in the Mid-Sixteenth CenturyIrish Family Values: The Clannrickard Burkes in the Mid-Sixteenth Centuryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/irish-family-values-the-clannrickard-burkes-in-the-mid-sixteenth-century/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/irish-family-values-the-clannrickard-burkes-in-the-mid-sixteenth-century/#commentsSat, 15 Mar 2014 11:40:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5389813011083480002]]>(John) What can the experience of one family tell us about authority in early modern Ireland? Quite a bit! John will discuss how the many wives, many children and many subsequent problems of the earls of Clannrickard illustrate the complexity of authorit...(John) What can the experience of one family tell us about authority in early modern Ireland? Quite a bit! John will discuss how the many wives, many children and many subsequent problems of the earls of Clannrickard illustrate the complexity of authority in early modern Irish society.Footnoting HistorynoNo08:00Mademoiselle de Maupin: The Life and Afterlife of a 17th-Century SwashbucklerMademoiselle de Maupin: The Life and Afterlife of a 17th-Century Swashbucklerhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mademoiselle-de-maupin-the-life-and-afterlife-of-a-17th-century-swashbuckler/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mademoiselle-de-maupin-the-life-and-afterlife-of-a-17th-century-swashbuckler/#commentsSat, 01 Mar 2014 11:21:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7757402272884724888]]>(Lucy) How did a swashbuckling seventeenth-century opera singer become the heroine of a nineteenth-century novel? What does this tell us about the performance and perception of gender in both eras? And did the mysterious Mademoiselle de Maupin really run...(Lucy) How did a swashbuckling seventeenth-century opera singer become the heroine of a nineteenth-century novel? What does this tell us about the performance and perception of gender in both eras? And did the mysterious Mademoiselle de Maupin really run away with a nun? This week’s episode of Footnoting History looks at all that... and dueling!Footnoting HistorynoNo19:16The History of the Academy AwardsThe History of the Academy Awardshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-the-academy-awards/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-history-of-the-academy-awards/#commentsFri, 21 Feb 2014 15:50:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8493966447778840337(Nathan and Esther) Full of gowns, gaffes, and gushing, the Academy Awards are the epitome of pageantry and must-see television that sometimes has little to do with the actual purpose of the ceremony: to reward outstanding achievement in film. Join Nathan and Esther in the first installment of their new Film History Series as they explore the history of the Oscars, from its origins in the labor disputes of the 1920s through its evolution into the gala spectacle of today.]]>(Nathan and Esther) Full of gowns, gaffes, and gushing, the Academy Awards are the epitome of pageantry and must-see television that sometimes has little to do with the actual purpose of the ceremony: to reward outstanding achievement in film. Join Nathan and Esther in the first installment of their new Film History Series as they explore the history of the Oscars, from its origins in the labor disputes of the 1920s through its evolution into the gala spectacle of today.]]>(Nathan and Esther) Full of gowns, gaffes, and gushing, the Academy Awards are the epitome of pageantry and must-see television that sometimes has little to do with the actual purpose of the ceremony: to reward outstanding achievement in film. Join Natha...(Nathan and Esther) Full of gowns, gaffes, and gushing, the Academy Awards are the epitome of pageantry and must-see television that sometimes has little to do with the actual purpose of the ceremony: to reward outstanding achievement in film. Join Nathan and Esther in the first installment of their new Film History Series as they explore the history of the Oscars, from its origins in the labor disputes of the 1920s through its evolution into the gala spectacle of today.Footnoting HistorynoNo58:14fullBuck and Blanche (and Bonnie and Clyde)Buck and Blanche (and Bonnie and Clyde)https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/buck-and-blanche-and-bonnie-and-clyde/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/buck-and-blanche-and-bonnie-and-clyde/#commentsSat, 15 Feb 2014 18:28:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7200342937402381389(Christine) The love story of infamous American outlaw pair Bonnie and Clyde is cemented in modern pop culture- but they were not the only couple in the Barrow Gang. Clyde’s older brother, Buck, and his wife, Blanche, often traveled with their relatives and had a dynamic (and tragic) love story of their own. This week, Christine delves into the outlaw romance of the American depression era that is barely mentioned in the folk ballads and Hollywood films.]]>(Christine) The love story of infamous American outlaw pair Bonnie and Clyde is cemented in modern pop culture- but they were not the only couple in the Barrow Gang. Clyde’s older brother, Buck, and his wife, Blanche, often traveled with their relatives and had a dynamic (and tragic) love story of their own. This week, Christine delves into the outlaw romance of the American depression era that is barely mentioned in the folk ballads and Hollywood films.]]>(Christine) The love story of infamous American outlaw pair Bonnie and Clyde is cemented in modern pop culture- but they were not the only couple in the Barrow Gang. Clyde’s older brother, Buck, and his wife, Blanche, often traveled with their relatives ...(Christine) The love story of infamous American outlaw pair Bonnie and Clyde is cemented in modern pop culture- but they were not the only couple in the Barrow Gang. Clyde’s older brother, Buck, and his wife, Blanche, often traveled with their relatives and had a dynamic (and tragic) love story of their own. This week, Christine delves into the outlaw romance of the American depression era that is barely mentioned in the folk ballads and Hollywood films.Footnoting HistorynoNo19:15fullBrotherhood Under the Black Flag: Multiracial Pirate Crews of the Early Modern PeriodBrotherhood Under the Black Flag: Multiracial Pirate Crews of the Early Modern Periodhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/brotherhood-under-the-black-flag-multiracial-pirate-crews-of-the-early-modern-period/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/brotherhood-under-the-black-flag-multiracial-pirate-crews-of-the-early-modern-period/#commentsSat, 08 Feb 2014 18:28:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5688811056675924010(Lucy) Who were the pirates of the 17th and 18th centuries, and what enabled them to rise to power? In Europe, pirates could be treated as celebrities or tried as criminals. At sea, pirate crews made legal agreements covering not only the division of loot, but forms of health insurance and injury benefits. Contrary to the pirates of Hollywood, moreover, crews were often multiracial, with men (and sometimes women) from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean working side by side. In this week's episode, Lucy looks at what made piracy attractive, what made its unusual degree of equality possible, and how pirate legends have endured and been used in subsequent centuries.]]>(Lucy) Who were the pirates of the 17th and 18th centuries, and what enabled them to rise to power? In Europe, pirates could be treated as celebrities or tried as criminals. At sea, pirate crews made legal agreements covering not only the division of loot, but forms of health insurance and injury benefits. Contrary to the pirates of Hollywood, moreover, crews were often multiracial, with men (and sometimes women) from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean working side by side. In this week's episode, Lucy looks at what made piracy attractive, what made its unusual degree of equality possible, and how pirate legends have endured and been used in subsequent centuries.]]>(Lucy) Who were the pirates of the 17th and 18th centuries, and what enabled them to rise to power? In Europe, pirates could be treated as celebrities or tried as criminals. At sea, pirate crews made legal agreements covering not only the division of loo...(Lucy) Who were the pirates of the 17th and 18th centuries, and what enabled them to rise to power? In Europe, pirates could be treated as celebrities or tried as criminals. At sea, pirate crews made legal agreements covering not only the division of loot, but forms of health insurance and injury benefits. Contrary to the pirates of Hollywood, moreover, crews were often multiracial, with men (and sometimes women) from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean working side by side. In this week's episode, Lucy looks at what made piracy attractive, what made its unusual degree of equality possible, and how pirate legends have endured and been used in subsequent centuries.Footnoting HistorynoNo18:09fullOne Year Anniversary Show: How We Became HistoriansOne Year Anniversary Show: How We Became Historianshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/one-year-anniversary-show-how-we-became-historians/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/one-year-anniversary-show-how-we-became-historians/#commentsSat, 01 Feb 2014 18:49:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7053125352219943263On February 2, 2013, the first episode of Footnoting History went live. To celebrate our first anniversary, Nathan conducted a series of brief interviews with several of our historians (Lucy, Nicole, Christine, and Elizabeth) to help you get to know us a bit better. Listen in to learn what makes us tick and help us celebrate the anniversary we would never have reached without your support!]]>On February 2, 2013, the first episode of Footnoting History went live. To celebrate our first anniversary, Nathan conducted a series of brief interviews with several of our historians (Lucy, Nicole, Christine, and Elizabeth) to help you get to know us a bit better. Listen in to learn what makes us tick and help us celebrate the anniversary we would never have reached without your support!]]>On February 2, 2013, the first episode of Footnoting History went live. To celebrate our first anniversary, Nathan conducted a series of brief interviews with several of our historians (Lucy, Nicole, Christine, and Elizabeth) to help you get to know us a...On February 2, 2013, the first episode of Footnoting History went live. To celebrate our first anniversary, Nathan conducted a series of brief interviews with several of our historians (Lucy, Nicole, Christine, and Elizabeth) to help you get to know us a bit better. Listen in to learn what makes us tick and help us celebrate the anniversary we would never have reached without your support!Footnoting HistorynoNo36:38fullFrom Union Soldier to Confederate Bushwacker: Loyalty and Disloyalty in Civil War West VirginiaFrom Union Soldier to Confederate Bushwacker: Loyalty and Disloyalty in Civil War West Virginiahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/from-union-soldier-to-confederate-bushwacker-loyalty-and-disloyalty-in-civil-war-west-virginia/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/from-union-soldier-to-confederate-bushwacker-loyalty-and-disloyalty-in-civil-war-west-virginia/#commentsSat, 25 Jan 2014 12:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2429324266409155859(Ryan) In 1862, William, Christopher, and Phillip Raber enlisted in Company K of the 9th Regiment, Virginia Infantry. As loyal Union men, they joined nearly one thousand other volunteers for three years' service to put down the rebellion of the Confederacy. One year later, Phillip was marched before a firing squad and executed. By war’s end, Christopher was an outlaw, and their mother had been arrested and placed in the county jail. Join us as we explore the Raber family's history and what it tells us about complex nature of loyalty and disloyalty during the Civil War era.]]>(Ryan) In 1862, William, Christopher, and Phillip Raber enlisted in Company K of the 9th Regiment, Virginia Infantry. As loyal Union men, they joined nearly one thousand other volunteers for three years' service to put down the rebellion of the Confederacy. One year later, Phillip was marched before a firing squad and executed. By war’s end, Christopher was an outlaw, and their mother had been arrested and placed in the county jail. Join us as we explore the Raber family's history and what it tells us about complex nature of loyalty and disloyalty during the Civil War era.]]>(Ryan) In 1862, William, Christopher, and Phillip Raber enlisted in Company K of the 9th Regiment, Virginia Infantry. As loyal Union men, they joined nearly one thousand other volunteers for three years' service to put down the rebellion of the Confedera...(Ryan) In 1862, William, Christopher, and Phillip Raber enlisted in Company K of the 9th Regiment, Virginia Infantry. As loyal Union men, they joined nearly one thousand other volunteers for three years' service to put down the rebellion of the Confederacy. One year later, Phillip was marched before a firing squad and executed. By war’s end, Christopher was an outlaw, and their mother had been arrested and placed in the county jail. Join us as we explore the Raber family's history and what it tells us about complex nature of loyalty and disloyalty during the Civil War era.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:11fullCold Noses and Oxytocin: Doggy PrehistoryCold Noses and Oxytocin: Doggy Prehistoryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cold-noses-and-oxytocin-doggy-prehistory/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cold-noses-and-oxytocin-doggy-prehistory/#commentsSat, 18 Jan 2014 18:27:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4921814550603947810(Christina) They are warm, fuzzy beings that come in many different shapes and sizes, yet they all sense our emotions and thrive in our company. But they are also descended from wolves, fierce and elusive social predators. How did dogs become so integrated into human society? And how can we reconstruct any species’ prehistory? In the first installment of our new Doggy History series, we examine several theories about how dogs left the wolf pack and became part of ours instead, and find out that humans have been blaming it on the dog pretty much forever.]]>(Christina) They are warm, fuzzy beings that come in many different shapes and sizes, yet they all sense our emotions and thrive in our company. But they are also descended from wolves, fierce and elusive social predators. How did dogs become so integrated into human society? And how can we reconstruct any species’ prehistory? In the first installment of our new Doggy History series, we examine several theories about how dogs left the wolf pack and became part of ours instead, and find out that humans have been blaming it on the dog pretty much forever.]]>(Christina) They are warm, fuzzy beings that come in many different shapes and sizes, yet they all sense our emotions and thrive in our company. But they are also descended from wolves, fierce and elusive social predators. How did dogs become so integrat...(Christina) They are warm, fuzzy beings that come in many different shapes and sizes, yet they all sense our emotions and thrive in our company. But they are also descended from wolves, fierce and elusive social predators. How did dogs become so integrated into human society? And how can we reconstruct any species’ prehistory? In the first installment of our new Doggy History series, we examine several theories about how dogs left the wolf pack and became part of ours instead, and find out that humans have been blaming it on the dog pretty much forever.Footnoting HistorynoNo20:57fullRilla of Ingleside and the WWI HomefrontRilla of Ingleside and the WWI Homefronthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/rilla-of-ingleside-and-the-wwi-homefront/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/rilla-of-ingleside-and-the-wwi-homefront/#commentsSat, 11 Jan 2014 18:49:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2947809036139158955(Elizabeth) What was life like for those on the Canadian home front during WWI? Join Liz as she uses L.M. Montgomery's final book in her Anne series, Rilla of Ingleside, to answer questions about the ones who stayed behind.]]>(Elizabeth) What was life like for those on the Canadian home front during WWI? Join Liz as she uses L.M. Montgomery's final book in her Anne series, Rilla of Ingleside, to answer questions about the ones who stayed behind.]]>(Elizabeth) What was life like for those on the Canadian home front during WWI? Join Liz as she uses L.M. Montgomery's final book in her Anne series, Rilla of Ingleside, to answer questions about the ones who stayed behind.(Elizabeth) What was life like for those on the Canadian home front during WWI? Join Liz as she uses L.M. Montgomery's final book in her Anne series, Rilla of Ingleside, to answer questions about the ones who stayed behind.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:15full2:31:56*: The Rosie Ruiz Scandal2:31:56*: The Rosie Ruiz Scandalhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/23156-the-rosie-ruiz-scandal/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/23156-the-rosie-ruiz-scandal/#commentsSat, 04 Jan 2014 12:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5875202141516058587(Esther) How did an unassuming office assistant from New York fool her way to the winners' circle of the 1980 Boston Marathon? The first major cheating scandal in long-distance running had nothing to do with drugs or endorsement deals, but with the shameless moxie of a woman whose journey into cheating infamy was probably more accidental than intentional.]]>(Esther) How did an unassuming office assistant from New York fool her way to the winners' circle of the 1980 Boston Marathon? The first major cheating scandal in long-distance running had nothing to do with drugs or endorsement deals, but with the shameless moxie of a woman whose journey into cheating infamy was probably more accidental than intentional.]]>(Esther) How did an unassuming office assistant from New York fool her way to the winners' circle of the 1980 Boston Marathon? The first major cheating scandal in long-distance running had nothing to do with drugs or endorsement deals, but with the shame...(Esther) How did an unassuming office assistant from New York fool her way to the winners' circle of the 1980 Boston Marathon? The first major cheating scandal in long-distance running had nothing to do with drugs or endorsement deals, but with the shameless moxie of a woman whose journey into cheating infamy was probably more accidental than intentional.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:49fullThe Christmas Truce of 1914The Christmas Truce of 1914https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-christmas-truce-of-1914/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-christmas-truce-of-1914/#commentsSat, 28 Dec 2013 18:25:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4604823880005031076(Samantha) In 1914 Europe's troops marched off to war expecting to be home by Christmas. When the holiday came and they found themselves stuck in the trenches for the foreseeable future many of them decided to take some time off and to fraternize with the enemy in what became known as the Christmas Truce.]]>(Samantha) In 1914 Europe's troops marched off to war expecting to be home by Christmas. When the holiday came and they found themselves stuck in the trenches for the foreseeable future many of them decided to take some time off and to fraternize with the enemy in what became known as the Christmas Truce.]]>(Samantha) In 1914 Europe's troops marched off to war expecting to be home by Christmas. When the holiday came and they found themselves stuck in the trenches for the foreseeable future many of them decided to take some time off and to fraternize with th...(Samantha) In 1914 Europe's troops marched off to war expecting to be home by Christmas. When the holiday came and they found themselves stuck in the trenches for the foreseeable future many of them decided to take some time off and to fraternize with the enemy in what became known as the Christmas Truce.Footnoting HistorynoNo06:39fullHistorical Ad CampaignsHistorical Ad Campaignshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/historical-ad-campaigns/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/historical-ad-campaigns/#commentsSat, 14 Dec 2013 18:30:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8440286665146365044(Lesley) Ever wonder why women shave their legs? Or why manly cigars gave way to slim, feminine cigarettes? The answer lies with people like Don Draper. Examine the history of advertising and how some of our personal traditions stem from a carefully-designed advertising campaign.]]>(Lesley) Ever wonder why women shave their legs? Or why manly cigars gave way to slim, feminine cigarettes? The answer lies with people like Don Draper. Examine the history of advertising and how some of our personal traditions stem from a carefully-designed advertising campaign.]]>(Lesley) Ever wonder why women shave their legs? Or why manly cigars gave way to slim, feminine cigarettes? The answer lies with people like Don Draper. Examine the history of advertising and how some of our personal traditions stem from a carefully-desi...(Lesley) Ever wonder why women shave their legs? Or why manly cigars gave way to slim, feminine cigarettes? The answer lies with people like Don Draper. Examine the history of advertising and how some of our personal traditions stem from a carefully-designed advertising campaign.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:32fullEdward Gibbon Wakefield, Part II: Australia and New ZealandEdward Gibbon Wakefield, Part II: Australia and New Zealandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/edward-gibbon-wakefield-part-ii-australia-and-new-zealand/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/edward-gibbon-wakefield-part-ii-australia-and-new-zealand/#commentsSat, 30 Nov 2013 18:49:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3054910884997380550(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield, we follow him as he leaves prison, picks up his pen, and chases a new goal: revolutionizing British systems of colonization. Did people listen to a convicted felon? Were his dreams of colonizing Australia and New Zealand successful? Join us for the exciting conclusion to his life's story.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield, we follow him as he leaves prison, picks up his pen, and chases a new goal: revolutionizing British systems of colonization. Did people listen to a convicted felon? Were his dreams of colonizing Australia and New Zealand successful? Join us for the exciting conclusion to his life's story.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield, we follow him as he leaves prison, picks up his pen, and chases a new goal: revolutionizing British systems of colonization. Did people listen to a convicted felon? Were his dre...(Christine and Elizabeth) In Part II of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield, we follow him as he leaves prison, picks up his pen, and chases a new goal: revolutionizing British systems of colonization. Did people listen to a convicted felon? Were his dreams of colonizing Australia and New Zealand successful? Join us for the exciting conclusion to his life's story.Footnoting HistorynoNo31:40fullEdward Gibbon Wakefield, Part I: The AbductionEdward Gibbon Wakefield, Part I: The Abductionhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/edward-gibbon-wakefield-part-i-the-abduction/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/edward-gibbon-wakefield-part-i-the-abduction/#commentsSat, 23 Nov 2013 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3518896347123773211(Christine and Elizabeth) The abduction of Ellen Turner was the talk of early 19th century England and at the center of it was Edward Gibbon Wakefield, a widower with dreams of a seat in Parliament. How did Wakefield lure the young heiress from her school and convince her to marry him? What happened when her family found out? And is there life after being British newspaper fodder? Join us for Part I of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) The abduction of Ellen Turner was the talk of early 19th century England and at the center of it was Edward Gibbon Wakefield, a widower with dreams of a seat in Parliament. How did Wakefield lure the young heiress from her school and convince her to marry him? What happened when her family found out? And is there life after being British newspaper fodder? Join us for Part I of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield.]]>(Christine and Elizabeth) The abduction of Ellen Turner was the talk of early 19th century England and at the center of it was Edward Gibbon Wakefield, a widower with dreams of a seat in Parliament. How did Wakefield lure the young heiress from her scho...(Christine and Elizabeth) The abduction of Ellen Turner was the talk of early 19th century England and at the center of it was Edward Gibbon Wakefield, a widower with dreams of a seat in Parliament. How did Wakefield lure the young heiress from her school and convince her to marry him? What happened when her family found out? And is there life after being British newspaper fodder? Join us for Part I of the life of Edward Gibbon Wakefield.Footnoting HistorynoNo30:04fullReformation PropagandaReformation Propagandahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/reformation-propaganda/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/reformation-propaganda/#commentsSat, 16 Nov 2013 18:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3889442365862669336(Nicole) Most people think of modern campaigns, such as propaganda posters during World War I, when they hear the word 'propaganda'. But did you know that during the Reformation Protestants and Catholics alike used images in their own propaganda campaigns? Find out more about Protestant Propaganda.]]>(Nicole) Most people think of modern campaigns, such as propaganda posters during World War I, when they hear the word 'propaganda'. But did you know that during the Reformation Protestants and Catholics alike used images in their own propaganda campaigns? Find out more about Protestant Propaganda.]]>(Nicole) Most people think of modern campaigns, such as propaganda posters during World War I, when they hear the word 'propaganda'. But did you know that during the Reformation Protestants and Catholics alike used images in their own propaganda campaig...(Nicole) Most people think of modern campaigns, such as propaganda posters during World War I, when they hear the word 'propaganda'. But did you know that during the Reformation Protestants and Catholics alike used images in their own propaganda campaigns? Find out more about Protestant Propaganda.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:07fullLiving Memory: The Fall of the Berlin WallLiving Memory: The Fall of the Berlin Wallhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/living-memory-the-fall-of-the-berlin-wall/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/living-memory-the-fall-of-the-berlin-wall/#commentsSat, 09 Nov 2013 18:31:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4712907579310246061(Kirsti) For 28 years, the Berlin Wall stood as a monument to the division between East and West. In the summer of 1989, a the borders of Hungary, then Czechoslovakia opened, and thousands of East Germans fled westward. On the 9th of November, East Germany opened the Berlin Wall and the border, allowing free passage for the first time since 1961. What was it like to live in Germany at the time? This week, we explore history within living memory!]]>(Kirsti) For 28 years, the Berlin Wall stood as a monument to the division between East and West. In the summer of 1989, a the borders of Hungary, then Czechoslovakia opened, and thousands of East Germans fled westward. On the 9th of November, East Germany opened the Berlin Wall and the border, allowing free passage for the first time since 1961. What was it like to live in Germany at the time? This week, we explore history within living memory!]]>(Kirsti) For 28 years, the Berlin Wall stood as a monument to the division between East and West. In the summer of 1989, a the borders of Hungary, then Czechoslovakia opened, and thousands of East Germans fled westward. On the 9th of November, East Germa...(Kirsti) For 28 years, the Berlin Wall stood as a monument to the division between East and West. In the summer of 1989, a the borders of Hungary, then Czechoslovakia opened, and thousands of East Germans fled westward. On the 9th of November, East Germany opened the Berlin Wall and the border, allowing free passage for the first time since 1961. What was it like to live in Germany at the time? This week, we explore history within living memory!Footnoting HistorynoNo17:09fullCheating on Jesus: Bigamy in the Medieval Catholic PriesthoodCheating on Jesus: Bigamy in the Medieval Catholic Priesthoodhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cheating-on-jesus-bigamy-in-the-medieval-catholic-priesthood/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cheating-on-jesus-bigamy-in-the-medieval-catholic-priesthood/#commentsSat, 02 Nov 2013 18:32:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7358496896491624965(Christine) How could a priest in medieval England, who was single at the time of his ordination, be guilty of bigamy? Can a person actually cheat on Jesus? Join us today as we discuss the ins and outs of this curious clause of canon law and how it brought the dreaded sentence of excommunication down on priests like William Gybbvuns.]]>(Christine) How could a priest in medieval England, who was single at the time of his ordination, be guilty of bigamy? Can a person actually cheat on Jesus? Join us today as we discuss the ins and outs of this curious clause of canon law and how it brought the dreaded sentence of excommunication down on priests like William Gybbvuns.]]>(Christine) How could a priest in medieval England, who was single at the time of his ordination, be guilty of bigamy? Can a person actually cheat on Jesus? Join us today as we discuss the ins and outs of this curious clause of canon law and how it broug...(Christine) How could a priest in medieval England, who was single at the time of his ordination, be guilty of bigamy? Can a person actually cheat on Jesus? Join us today as we discuss the ins and outs of this curious clause of canon law and how it brought the dreaded sentence of excommunication down on priests like William Gybbvuns.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:29fullThe Only Running FootmanThe Only Running Footmanhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-only-running-footman/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-only-running-footman/#commentsSat, 26 Oct 2013 18:32:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7977896737213924467(Esther) Country roads were rough, tough, and uneven. But the agile, handsome, and (sometimes) opulently dressed running footmen traversed these treacherous roads to scout, deliver messages, and honor their masters with their ultramarathon endurance. Holding a staff, an egg, and maybe a little white wine, was the running footman the first professional runner of the modern age?]]>(Esther) Country roads were rough, tough, and uneven. But the agile, handsome, and (sometimes) opulently dressed running footmen traversed these treacherous roads to scout, deliver messages, and honor their masters with their ultramarathon endurance. Holding a staff, an egg, and maybe a little white wine, was the running footman the first professional runner of the modern age?]]>(Esther) Country roads were rough, tough, and uneven. But the agile, handsome, and (sometimes) opulently dressed running footmen traversed these treacherous roads to scout, deliver messages, and honor their masters with their ultramarathon endurance. Hol...(Esther) Country roads were rough, tough, and uneven. But the agile, handsome, and (sometimes) opulently dressed running footmen traversed these treacherous roads to scout, deliver messages, and honor their masters with their ultramarathon endurance. Holding a staff, an egg, and maybe a little white wine, was the running footman the first professional runner of the modern age?Footnoting HistorynoNo12:51fullThe Many Reformations of 16th-Century EuropeThe Many Reformations of 16th-Century Europehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-many-reformations-of-16th-century-europe/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-many-reformations-of-16th-century-europe/#commentsSat, 19 Oct 2013 18:32:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-414932073787257778(Lucy) In the 16th century, high taxes and fears of apocalypse went hand in hand, and from the fairly common practice of calling for church reform emerged a series of movements which have become known as the capital-R Reformation. This week we’ll be discussing insults to the Pope, the problem of identifying Lutherans, and how civic and ecclesiastical leaders accidentally created an agreement that was called the most important event in the history of the world.]]>(Lucy) In the 16th century, high taxes and fears of apocalypse went hand in hand, and from the fairly common practice of calling for church reform emerged a series of movements which have become known as the capital-R Reformation. This week we’ll be discussing insults to the Pope, the problem of identifying Lutherans, and how civic and ecclesiastical leaders accidentally created an agreement that was called the most important event in the history of the world.]]>(Lucy) In the 16th century, high taxes and fears of apocalypse went hand in hand, and from the fairly common practice of calling for church reform emerged a series of movements which have become known as the capital-R Reformation. This week we’ll be disc...(Lucy) In the 16th century, high taxes and fears of apocalypse went hand in hand, and from the fairly common practice of calling for church reform emerged a series of movements which have become known as the capital-R Reformation. This week we’ll be discussing insults to the Pope, the problem of identifying Lutherans, and how civic and ecclesiastical leaders accidentally created an agreement that was called the most important event in the history of the world.Footnoting HistorynoNo17:54fullQueer Women in the Golden Age of MysteriesQueer Women in the Golden Age of Mysterieshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/queer-women-in-the-golden-age-of-mysteries/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/queer-women-in-the-golden-age-of-mysteries/#commentsSat, 12 Oct 2013 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8214256013164117843(Lucy and Elizabeth) From the early to mid-twentieth century, queens of crime Sayers, Christie, Marsh, and Wentworth reigned supreme over British detective fiction. Their works not only reveal whodunit but give insight into how queer women lived in and were viewed by wider society from capital to countryside.]]>(Lucy and Elizabeth) From the early to mid-twentieth century, queens of crime Sayers, Christie, Marsh, and Wentworth reigned supreme over British detective fiction. Their works not only reveal whodunit but give insight into how queer women lived in and were viewed by wider society from capital to countryside.]]>(Lucy and Elizabeth) From the early to mid-twentieth century, queens of crime Sayers, Christie, Marsh, and Wentworth reigned supreme over British detective fiction. Their works not only reveal whodunit but give insight into how queer women lived in and w...(Lucy and Elizabeth) From the early to mid-twentieth century, queens of crime Sayers, Christie, Marsh, and Wentworth reigned supreme over British detective fiction. Their works not only reveal whodunit but give insight into how queer women lived in and were viewed by wider society from capital to countryside.Footnoting HistorynoNo23:55fullCriminalizing Sex in Early Modern EnglandCriminalizing Sex in Early Modern Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/criminalizing-sex-in-early-modern-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/criminalizing-sex-in-early-modern-england/#commentsSat, 05 Oct 2013 18:33:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3175376539707864273(Lesley) In the middle of the Reformation, Parliament passed a law criminalizing some forms of sexuality. This became known as the Buggery Law of 1533. Why would the government be interested in regulating sex? An investigation into official records reveals that it had less to do with the bedroom and everything to do with power, privilege, and piety.]]>(Lesley) In the middle of the Reformation, Parliament passed a law criminalizing some forms of sexuality. This became known as the Buggery Law of 1533. Why would the government be interested in regulating sex? An investigation into official records reveals that it had less to do with the bedroom and everything to do with power, privilege, and piety.]]>(Lesley) In the middle of the Reformation, Parliament passed a law criminalizing some forms of sexuality. This became known as the Buggery Law of 1533. Why would the government be interested in regulating sex? An investigation into official records revea...(Lesley) In the middle of the Reformation, Parliament passed a law criminalizing some forms of sexuality. This became known as the Buggery Law of 1533. Why would the government be interested in regulating sex? An investigation into official records reveals that it had less to do with the bedroom and everything to do with power, privilege, and piety.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:30fullMedieval Gift ElephantsMedieval Gift Elephantshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/medieval-gift-elephants/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/medieval-gift-elephants/#commentsSat, 28 Sep 2013 18:33:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3526014668031598811(Nathan) An elephant may seem a strange thing to give as a gift, but these exotic animals--along with giraffes, lions, polar bears, and hyenas--were prized inhabitants of medieval and early modern menageries. Join us as we look at the history of five pachyderms, including, Abul-Abbas, given as a gift to Charlemagne, and Hanno, the pet elephant of Pope Leo X.]]>(Nathan) An elephant may seem a strange thing to give as a gift, but these exotic animals--along with giraffes, lions, polar bears, and hyenas--were prized inhabitants of medieval and early modern menageries. Join us as we look at the history of five pachyderms, including, Abul-Abbas, given as a gift to Charlemagne, and Hanno, the pet elephant of Pope Leo X.]]>(Nathan) An elephant may seem a strange thing to give as a gift, but these exotic animals--along with giraffes, lions, polar bears, and hyenas--were prized inhabitants of medieval and early modern menageries. Join us as we look at the history of five pa...(Nathan) An elephant may seem a strange thing to give as a gift, but these exotic animals--along with giraffes, lions, polar bears, and hyenas--were prized inhabitants of medieval and early modern menageries. Join us as we look at the history of five pachyderms, including, Abul-Abbas, given as a gift to Charlemagne, and Hanno, the pet elephant of Pope Leo X.Footnoting HistorynoNo22:51fullHernán Cortés and the Conquest of MexicoHernán Cortés and the Conquest of Mexicohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hernan-cortes-and-the-conquest-of-mexico/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/hernan-cortes-and-the-conquest-of-mexico/#commentsSat, 21 Sep 2013 18:33:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7879800040017631168(John) How did Hernán Cortés and his “300” soldiers topple the Aztecs? What motivated these conquistadores, and what legal justifications did they use to legitimize this conquest? Find the answer to these questions and more as we explore the clashing of the Aztec and Spanish empires.]]>(John) How did Hernán Cortés and his “300” soldiers topple the Aztecs? What motivated these conquistadores, and what legal justifications did they use to legitimize this conquest? Find the answer to these questions and more as we explore the clashing of the Aztec and Spanish empires.]]>(John) How did Hernán Cortés and his “300” soldiers topple the Aztecs? What motivated these conquistadores, and what legal justifications did they use to legitimize this conquest? Find the answer to these questions and more as we explore the clashing of ...(John) How did Hernán Cortés and his “300” soldiers topple the Aztecs? What motivated these conquistadores, and what legal justifications did they use to legitimize this conquest? Find the answer to these questions and more as we explore the clashing of the Aztec and Spanish empires.Footnoting HistorynoNo08:28fullThe Strategic Failure of the Habsburg ChinThe Strategic Failure of the Habsburg Chinhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-strategic-failure-of-the-habsburg-chin/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-strategic-failure-of-the-habsburg-chin/#commentsSat, 14 Sep 2013 18:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7645974921234633219(Kirsti) What’s the best approach to consolidating power and land within your family? The ambitious Habsburgs achieved greatness through marrying close relations—surely a sound policy that could have no consequences at all! This week we’ll talk about love (or the lack thereof), marriage, and the chin that sparked a war.]]>(Kirsti) What’s the best approach to consolidating power and land within your family? The ambitious Habsburgs achieved greatness through marrying close relations—surely a sound policy that could have no consequences at all! This week we’ll talk about love (or the lack thereof), marriage, and the chin that sparked a war.]]>(Kirsti) What’s the best approach to consolidating power and land within your family? The ambitious Habsburgs achieved greatness through marrying close relations—surely a sound policy that could have no consequences at all! This week we’ll talk about lov...(Kirsti) What’s the best approach to consolidating power and land within your family? The ambitious Habsburgs achieved greatness through marrying close relations—surely a sound policy that could have no consequences at all! This week we’ll talk about love (or the lack thereof), marriage, and the chin that sparked a war.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:41fullPopular Protest in Late Antique RavennaPopular Protest in Late Antique Ravennahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/popular-protest-in-late-antique-ravenna/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/popular-protest-in-late-antique-ravenna/#commentsSat, 07 Sep 2013 18:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8271697814425343974(Nicole) When many people think of Late Antique society, they think of powerful secular and ecclesiastical rulers; mighty emperors and archbishops. While the Archbishop of Ravenna certainly was a powerful person within the city, answering in theory only to the emperors' representative, the exarch, he had his fair share of problems with both the lay people of Ravenna and even his clergy! Find out more about the archbishop and exarch's struggles.]]>(Nicole) When many people think of Late Antique society, they think of powerful secular and ecclesiastical rulers; mighty emperors and archbishops. While the Archbishop of Ravenna certainly was a powerful person within the city, answering in theory only to the emperors' representative, the exarch, he had his fair share of problems with both the lay people of Ravenna and even his clergy! Find out more about the archbishop and exarch's struggles.]]>(Nicole) When many people think of Late Antique society, they think of powerful secular and ecclesiastical rulers; mighty emperors and archbishops. While the Archbishop of Ravenna certainly was a powerful person within the city, answering in theory only ...(Nicole) When many people think of Late Antique society, they think of powerful secular and ecclesiastical rulers; mighty emperors and archbishops. While the Archbishop of Ravenna certainly was a powerful person within the city, answering in theory only to the emperors' representative, the exarch, he had his fair share of problems with both the lay people of Ravenna and even his clergy! Find out more about the archbishop and exarch's struggles.Footnoting HistorynoNo10:05fullConfucius and Jesus: The Jesuit Mission to ChinaConfucius and Jesus: The Jesuit Mission to Chinahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/confucius-and-jesus-the-jesuit-mission-to-china/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/confucius-and-jesus-the-jesuit-mission-to-china/#commentsSat, 31 Aug 2013 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7121436757921161527(Elizabeth) The Jesuits were tasked with a large order: convert the Chinese to Christianity. Their nontraditional methods ended up getting them in a lot of trouble.]]>(Elizabeth) The Jesuits were tasked with a large order: convert the Chinese to Christianity. Their nontraditional methods ended up getting them in a lot of trouble.]]>(Elizabeth) The Jesuits were tasked with a large order: convert the Chinese to Christianity. Their nontraditional methods ended up getting them in a lot of trouble.(Elizabeth) The Jesuits were tasked with a large order: convert the Chinese to Christianity. Their nontraditional methods ended up getting them in a lot of trouble.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:09fullNapoleon, Part II: Life in Napoleonic SocietyNapoleon, Part II: Life in Napoleonic Societyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-part-ii-life-in-napoleonic-society/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-part-ii-life-in-napoleonic-society/#commentsSat, 24 Aug 2013 18:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8716413191664238139(Christine and Nathan) What on earth is a city of smugglers? Why did Napoleon like to tease his Second Consul so much? And what would you have seen if you attended Napoleon’s coronation? This week we move beyond Napoleon the man to the experiences of his subjects answering these questions and more!]]>(Christine and Nathan) What on earth is a city of smugglers? Why did Napoleon like to tease his Second Consul so much? And what would you have seen if you attended Napoleon’s coronation? This week we move beyond Napoleon the man to the experiences of his subjects answering these questions and more!]]>(Christine and Nathan) What on earth is a city of smugglers? Why did Napoleon like to tease his Second Consul so much? And what would you have seen if you attended Napoleon’s coronation? This week we move beyond Napoleon the man to the experiences of his...(Christine and Nathan) What on earth is a city of smugglers? Why did Napoleon like to tease his Second Consul so much? And what would you have seen if you attended Napoleon’s coronation? This week we move beyond Napoleon the man to the experiences of his subjects answering these questions and more!Footnoting HistorynoNo35:52fullThe Origin of the Marathon: Linking Past to PresentThe Origin of the Marathon: Linking Past to Presenthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-origin-of-the-marathon-linking-past-to-present/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-origin-of-the-marathon-linking-past-to-present/#commentsSat, 17 Aug 2013 18:34:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5933761520990422398(Esther) The story of the most popular long-distance event, from its origins in ancient literature to the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and how a young farmer, Spyridon 'Spyros' Louis (1873-1940), became an unlikely national hero.]]>(Esther) The story of the most popular long-distance event, from its origins in ancient literature to the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and how a young farmer, Spyridon 'Spyros' Louis (1873-1940), became an unlikely national hero.]]>(Esther) The story of the most popular long-distance event, from its origins in ancient literature to the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and how a young farmer, Spyridon 'Spyros' Louis (1873-1940), became an unlikely national hero.(Esther) The story of the most popular long-distance event, from its origins in ancient literature to the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and how a young farmer, Spyridon 'Spyros' Louis (1873-1940), became an unlikely national hero.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:58fullThe Mau Mau InsurgencyThe Mau Mau Insurgencyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-mau-mau-insurgency/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-mau-mau-insurgency/#commentsSat, 10 Aug 2013 18:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4202135071444014696(Samantha) In June 2013 the British government agreed to pay approximately £20 million in reparations to individuals tortured during the Mau Mau emergency in Kenya in the 1950s. But who were the Mau Mau? What was the emergency? And why do the British feel they should owe a debt?]]>(Samantha) In June 2013 the British government agreed to pay approximately £20 million in reparations to individuals tortured during the Mau Mau emergency in Kenya in the 1950s. But who were the Mau Mau? What was the emergency? And why do the British feel they should owe a debt?]]>(Samantha) In June 2013 the British government agreed to pay approximately £20 million in reparations to individuals tortured during the Mau Mau emergency in Kenya in the 1950s. But who were the Mau Mau? What was the emergency? And why do the British fee...(Samantha) In June 2013 the British government agreed to pay approximately £20 million in reparations to individuals tortured during the Mau Mau emergency in Kenya in the 1950s. But who were the Mau Mau? What was the emergency? And why do the British feel they should owe a debt?Footnoting HistorynoNo16:02fullMozart's Zombie, the Runaway Priest, and the Emperor's OperaMozart's Zombie, the Runaway Priest, and the Emperor's Operahttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mozarts-zombie-the-runaway-priest-and-the-emperors-opera/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/mozarts-zombie-the-runaway-priest-and-the-emperors-opera/#commentsSat, 03 Aug 2013 18:35:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1850597837061266701(Lucy) In Don Giovanni, Wolfgang Amadeus and Lorenzo da Ponte created opera's most famous antihero. Find out how Mozart and Da Ponte were influenced by the philosophical ideas and social concerns of their day in forging a tale of class conflict and libertinism, violence and seduction, private passions and public space... and find out why this opera without a genre had different endings in the two greatest cities of the Holy Roman Empire.]]>(Lucy) In Don Giovanni, Wolfgang Amadeus and Lorenzo da Ponte created opera's most famous antihero. Find out how Mozart and Da Ponte were influenced by the philosophical ideas and social concerns of their day in forging a tale of class conflict and libertinism, violence and seduction, private passions and public space... and find out why this opera without a genre had different endings in the two greatest cities of the Holy Roman Empire.]]>(Lucy) In Don Giovanni, Wolfgang Amadeus and Lorenzo da Ponte created opera's most famous antihero. Find out how Mozart and Da Ponte were influenced by the philosophical ideas and social concerns of their day in forging a tale of class conflict and liber...(Lucy) In Don Giovanni, Wolfgang Amadeus and Lorenzo da Ponte created opera's most famous antihero. Find out how Mozart and Da Ponte were influenced by the philosophical ideas and social concerns of their day in forging a tale of class conflict and libertinism, violence and seduction, private passions and public space... and find out why this opera without a genre had different endings in the two greatest cities of the Holy Roman Empire.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:07fullEmperor Akbar, the Mughal Empire, and Divine FaithEmperor Akbar, the Mughal Empire, and Divine Faithhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/emperor-akbar-the-mughal-empire-and-divine-faith/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/emperor-akbar-the-mughal-empire-and-divine-faith/#commentsSat, 27 Jul 2013 12:00:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7585895387679653090(Lesley) The religious consequences of the European Reformation are often part of our education. But the 16th century saw reformations across the globe: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Aztec beliefs. At the heart of this change was Mughal Emperor Akbar, who combined all of these beliefs into a single new global religion: Divine Faith.]]>(Lesley) The religious consequences of the European Reformation are often part of our education. But the 16th century saw reformations across the globe: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Aztec beliefs. At the heart of this change was Mughal Emperor Akbar, who combined all of these beliefs into a single new global religion: Divine Faith.]]>(Lesley) The religious consequences of the European Reformation are often part of our education. But the 16th century saw reformations across the globe: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Aztec beliefs. At the heart of this change was M...(Lesley) The religious consequences of the European Reformation are often part of our education. But the 16th century saw reformations across the globe: Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Aztec beliefs. At the heart of this change was Mughal Emperor Akbar, who combined all of these beliefs into a single new global religion: Divine Faith.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:19fullSpecial Edition: Royal Baby NamesSpecial Edition: Royal Baby Nameshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-royal-baby-names/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-royal-baby-names/#commentsMon, 22 Jul 2013 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8574133725890695871(Elizabeth and Christine) The Kingdom of Great Britain is celebrating today because the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have welcomed their first child, a son! In this special edition of Footnoting History, we discuss the history of royal baby names in Great Britain from the most popular to those you are not likely to see on the throne again any time soon. What must a future king and queen consider when naming their child? If your child was going to rule a country, what would you name him or her?]]>(Elizabeth and Christine) The Kingdom of Great Britain is celebrating today because the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have welcomed their first child, a son! In this special edition of Footnoting History, we discuss the history of royal baby names in Great Britain from the most popular to those you are not likely to see on the throne again any time soon. What must a future king and queen consider when naming their child? If your child was going to rule a country, what would you name him or her?]]>(Elizabeth and Christine) The Kingdom of Great Britain is celebrating today because the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have welcomed their first child, a son! In this special edition of Footnoting History, we discuss the history of royal baby names in Gre...(Elizabeth and Christine) The Kingdom of Great Britain is celebrating today because the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have welcomed their first child, a son! In this special edition of Footnoting History, we discuss the history of royal baby names in Great Britain from the most popular to those you are not likely to see on the throne again any time soon. What must a future king and queen consider when naming their child? If your child was going to rule a country, what would you name him or her?Footnoting HistorynoNo19:30fullNapoleon, Part I: The ManNapoleon, Part I: The Manhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-part-i-the-man/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/napoleon-part-i-the-man/#commentsSat, 13 Jul 2013 18:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-3344375198012759806(Nathan and Christine) It's Bastille Day weekend so we make a return to France for today's topic. In the third installment of our Revolutionary France series, we'll talk about the scandals, intrigues, and tragedies of Napoleon and his inner circle.]]>(Nathan and Christine) It's Bastille Day weekend so we make a return to France for today's topic. In the third installment of our Revolutionary France series, we'll talk about the scandals, intrigues, and tragedies of Napoleon and his inner circle.]]>(Nathan and Christine) It's Bastille Day weekend so we make a return to France for today's topic. In the third installment of our Revolutionary France series, we'll talk about the scandals, intrigues, and tragedies of Napoleon and his inner circle.(Nathan and Christine) It's Bastille Day weekend so we make a return to France for today's topic. In the third installment of our Revolutionary France series, we'll talk about the scandals, intrigues, and tragedies of Napoleon and his inner circle.Footnoting HistorynoNo43:31fullThe Several Defenestrations of PragueThe Several Defenestrations of Praguehttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-several-defenestrations-of-prague/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-several-defenestrations-of-prague/#commentsSat, 06 Jul 2013 18:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4832794842610911677(Kirsti) The people of Prague have a unique approach to the resolution of religious and political arguments: throwing the opposition out of windows! Listen as we explore this odd tradition throughout history, starting in 1419 and continuing to 1948.]]>(Kirsti) The people of Prague have a unique approach to the resolution of religious and political arguments: throwing the opposition out of windows! Listen as we explore this odd tradition throughout history, starting in 1419 and continuing to 1948.]]>(Kirsti) The people of Prague have a unique approach to the resolution of religious and political arguments: throwing the opposition out of windows! Listen as we explore this odd tradition throughout history, starting in 1419 and continuing to 1948.(Kirsti) The people of Prague have a unique approach to the resolution of religious and political arguments: throwing the opposition out of windows! Listen as we explore this odd tradition throughout history, starting in 1419 and continuing to 1948.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:09fullEntertainment in Medieval TownsEntertainment in Medieval Townshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/entertainment-in-medieval-towns/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/entertainment-in-medieval-towns/#commentsSat, 29 Jun 2013 18:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8087102159334599490(Christine) Whether they got a day off from working at their trade or had so much money they could pay people to entertain them, everyone within the town walls wanted to have a little fun. Listen today to find out what occupants of medieval European towns did to shake off their troubles and have a good time.]]>(Christine) Whether they got a day off from working at their trade or had so much money they could pay people to entertain them, everyone within the town walls wanted to have a little fun. Listen today to find out what occupants of medieval European towns did to shake off their troubles and have a good time.]]>(Christine) Whether they got a day off from working at their trade or had so much money they could pay people to entertain them, everyone within the town walls wanted to have a little fun. Listen today to find out what occupants of medieval European town...(Christine) Whether they got a day off from working at their trade or had so much money they could pay people to entertain them, everyone within the town walls wanted to have a little fun. Listen today to find out what occupants of medieval European towns did to shake off their troubles and have a good time.Footnoting HistorynoNo12:27fullGoethe's Werther and the Suicide EffectGoethe's Werther and the Suicide Effecthttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/goethes-werther-and-the-suicide-effect/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/goethes-werther-and-the-suicide-effect/#commentsSat, 22 Jun 2013 18:48:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1206900660413208587(Elizabeth) Forget Nirvana or James Dean! Back in the 19th century, every angsty teen had one idol: Werther--and they would do anything to be like him ... anything.]]>(Elizabeth) Forget Nirvana or James Dean! Back in the 19th century, every angsty teen had one idol: Werther--and they would do anything to be like him ... anything.]]>(Elizabeth) Forget Nirvana or James Dean! Back in the 19th century, every angsty teen had one idol: Werther--and they would do anything to be like him ... anything.(Elizabeth) Forget Nirvana or James Dean! Back in the 19th century, every angsty teen had one idol: Werther--and they would do anything to be like him ... anything.Footnoting HistorynoNo07:10fullWhy Simon de Montfort is in the U.S. House of RepresentativesWhy Simon de Montfort is in the U.S. House of Representativeshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/why-simon-de-montfort-is-in-the-us-house-of-representatives/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/why-simon-de-montfort-is-in-the-us-house-of-representatives/#commentsSat, 15 Jun 2013 18:38:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4169537999738533321(Christine) His father was a major player in the Albigensian crusade but when was the last time you heard about the man who led a rebellion against King Henry III and became the father of the modern parliament? It's time to fix that.]]>(Christine) His father was a major player in the Albigensian crusade but when was the last time you heard about the man who led a rebellion against King Henry III and became the father of the modern parliament? It's time to fix that.]]>(Christine) His father was a major player in the Albigensian crusade but when was the last time you heard about the man who led a rebellion against King Henry III and became the father of the modern parliament? It's time to fix that.(Christine) His father was a major player in the Albigensian crusade but when was the last time you heard about the man who led a rebellion against King Henry III and became the father of the modern parliament? It's time to fix that.Footnoting HistorynoNo13:25fullRunning in the Ancient Olympic GamesRunning in the Ancient Olympic Gameshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/running-in-the-ancient-olympic-games/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/running-in-the-ancient-olympic-games/#commentsFri, 07 Jun 2013 18:39:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5263895940129520377(Esther) How did the Greeks monitor foot races during the ancient Olympic games without technologies such as Timex watches and slow-motion cameras? They certainly weren't worried about doping, but there were other ways runners could gain unfair advantages over their competitors.]]>(Esther) How did the Greeks monitor foot races during the ancient Olympic games without technologies such as Timex watches and slow-motion cameras? They certainly weren't worried about doping, but there were other ways runners could gain unfair advantages over their competitors.]]>(Esther) How did the Greeks monitor foot races during the ancient Olympic games without technologies such as Timex watches and slow-motion cameras? They certainly weren't worried about doping, but there were other ways runners could gain unfair advantage...(Esther) How did the Greeks monitor foot races during the ancient Olympic games without technologies such as Timex watches and slow-motion cameras? They certainly weren't worried about doping, but there were other ways runners could gain unfair advantages over their competitors.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:51fullGetting Skinny: A Brief History of DietingGetting Skinny: A Brief History of Dietinghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/getting-skinny-a-brief-history-of-dieting/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/getting-skinny-a-brief-history-of-dieting/#commentsSat, 01 Jun 2013 18:40:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5185295255295865239(Samantha) From WeightWatchers to the Atkins Diet to the Lemon Detox, Americans are obsessed with using diet to control our weight. But we’re not the first ones to be concerned with our body mass, to experiment with dieting, and to come up with some really bizarre ideas about how to get thin.]]>(Samantha) From WeightWatchers to the Atkins Diet to the Lemon Detox, Americans are obsessed with using diet to control our weight. But we’re not the first ones to be concerned with our body mass, to experiment with dieting, and to come up with some really bizarre ideas about how to get thin.]]>(Samantha) From WeightWatchers to the Atkins Diet to the Lemon Detox, Americans are obsessed with using diet to control our weight. But we’re not the first ones to be concerned with our body mass, to experiment with dieting, and to come up with some real...(Samantha) From WeightWatchers to the Atkins Diet to the Lemon Detox, Americans are obsessed with using diet to control our weight. But we’re not the first ones to be concerned with our body mass, to experiment with dieting, and to come up with some really bizarre ideas about how to get thin.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:04fullLepers and Leprosy in the 13th CenturyLepers and Leprosy in the 13th Centuryhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lepers-and-leprosy-in-the-13th-century/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lepers-and-leprosy-in-the-13th-century/#commentsSat, 25 May 2013 18:39:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8311460110828476773(Lucy) Reactions to medieval lepers were often extreme. Medieval romance-writers depict them as not only disease-ridden but filthy, and morally suspect to boot. Saints, on the other hand, ran around kissing them. More ordinary people just asked lepers to pray for them. Why? And if you lived in thirteenth-century Chartres, why shouldn't you eat dinner with the leper next door?]]>(Lucy) Reactions to medieval lepers were often extreme. Medieval romance-writers depict them as not only disease-ridden but filthy, and morally suspect to boot. Saints, on the other hand, ran around kissing them. More ordinary people just asked lepers to pray for them. Why? And if you lived in thirteenth-century Chartres, why shouldn't you eat dinner with the leper next door?]]>(Lucy) Reactions to medieval lepers were often extreme. Medieval romance-writers depict them as not only disease-ridden but filthy, and morally suspect to boot. Saints, on the other hand, ran around kissing them. More ordinary people just asked lepers to...(Lucy) Reactions to medieval lepers were often extreme. Medieval romance-writers depict them as not only disease-ridden but filthy, and morally suspect to boot. Saints, on the other hand, ran around kissing them. More ordinary people just asked lepers to pray for them. Why? And if you lived in thirteenth-century Chartres, why shouldn't you eat dinner with the leper next door?Footnoting HistorynoNo11:53fullOccupy Alcatraz: Protesting Native American AutonomyOccupy Alcatraz: Protesting Native American Autonomyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/occupy-alcatraz-protesting-native-american-autonomy/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/occupy-alcatraz-protesting-native-american-autonomy/#commentsFri, 17 May 2013 18:40:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6722465988010370256(Lesley) As an imposing fortress, Alcatraz island isolated inmates and imprisoned the most dangerous criminals like mob boss Al Capone. Yet after its closure in 1963, Alcatraz became the scene of occupying Freedom as Native Americans tried to take back land under a treaty with the US. How did an uninhabitable rock become the gateway to a bastion of freedom for American Indians?]]>(Lesley) As an imposing fortress, Alcatraz island isolated inmates and imprisoned the most dangerous criminals like mob boss Al Capone. Yet after its closure in 1963, Alcatraz became the scene of occupying Freedom as Native Americans tried to take back land under a treaty with the US. How did an uninhabitable rock become the gateway to a bastion of freedom for American Indians?]]>(Lesley) As an imposing fortress, Alcatraz island isolated inmates and imprisoned the most dangerous criminals like mob boss Al Capone. Yet after its closure in 1963, Alcatraz became the scene of occupying Freedom as Native Americans tried to take back l...(Lesley) As an imposing fortress, Alcatraz island isolated inmates and imprisoned the most dangerous criminals like mob boss Al Capone. Yet after its closure in 1963, Alcatraz became the scene of occupying Freedom as Native Americans tried to take back land under a treaty with the US. How did an uninhabitable rock become the gateway to a bastion of freedom for American Indians?Footnoting HistorynoNo11:24fullTulipmania!Tulipmania!https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tulipmania/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/tulipmania/#commentsSat, 11 May 2013 18:40:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1361686346759358714(Nathan) In the 1630s, the tiny-but-wealthy Netherlands were gripped by a frenzy of public trading in tulip bulbs. At the height of the craze, a single bulb could sell for a small fortune. What caused this "tulip mania" and how did it all come to a crashing halt?]]>(Nathan) In the 1630s, the tiny-but-wealthy Netherlands were gripped by a frenzy of public trading in tulip bulbs. At the height of the craze, a single bulb could sell for a small fortune. What caused this "tulip mania" and how did it all come to a crashing halt?]]>(Nathan) In the 1630s, the tiny-but-wealthy Netherlands were gripped by a frenzy of public trading in tulip bulbs. At the height of the craze, a single bulb could sell for a small fortune. What caused this "tulip mania" and how did it all come to a cra...(Nathan) In the 1630s, the tiny-but-wealthy Netherlands were gripped by a frenzy of public trading in tulip bulbs. At the height of the craze, a single bulb could sell for a small fortune. What caused this "tulip mania" and how did it all come to a crashing halt?Footnoting HistorynoNo16:58fullThe French Revolution Countdown (Part II)The French Revolution Countdown (Part II)https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-french-revolution-countdown-part-ii/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-french-revolution-countdown-part-ii/#commentsSat, 04 May 2013 18:41:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-5998993682664941259(Nathan and Christine) Picking up where they left off at the end of Part I, Nathan and Christine tackle actors' rights and changing fashions while wondering if anyone truly understood the Republican Calendar. Join them as they conclude the countdown of their top ten favorite stories and idiosyncrasies of the French Revolution.]]>(Nathan and Christine) Picking up where they left off at the end of Part I, Nathan and Christine tackle actors' rights and changing fashions while wondering if anyone truly understood the Republican Calendar. Join them as they conclude the countdown of their top ten favorite stories and idiosyncrasies of the French Revolution.]]>(Nathan and Christine) Picking up where they left off at the end of Part I, Nathan and Christine tackle actors' rights and changing fashions while wondering if anyone truly understood the Republican Calendar. Join them as they conclude the countdown of t...(Nathan and Christine) Picking up where they left off at the end of Part I, Nathan and Christine tackle actors' rights and changing fashions while wondering if anyone truly understood the Republican Calendar. Join them as they conclude the countdown of their top ten favorite stories and idiosyncrasies of the French Revolution.Footnoting HistorynoNo31:42fullScience, Plague, and Pericles: Reconstructing the Face of MyrtisScience, Plague, and Pericles: Reconstructing the Face of Myrtishttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/science-plague-and-pericles-reconstructing-the-face-of-myrtis/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/science-plague-and-pericles-reconstructing-the-face-of-myrtis/#commentsSat, 27 Apr 2013 18:41:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7269261170667200176(Kirsti) In 430 BCE, a plague swept through ancient Athens, killing thousands. It eventually claimed even the great Pericles. But what was it? In 1994, a group of historians and scientists banded together to find out, starting with the skull of one little girl.]]>(Kirsti) In 430 BCE, a plague swept through ancient Athens, killing thousands. It eventually claimed even the great Pericles. But what was it? In 1994, a group of historians and scientists banded together to find out, starting with the skull of one little girl.]]>(Kirsti) In 430 BCE, a plague swept through ancient Athens, killing thousands. It eventually claimed even the great Pericles. But what was it? In 1994, a group of historians and scientists banded together to find out, starting with the skull of one littl...(Kirsti) In 430 BCE, a plague swept through ancient Athens, killing thousands. It eventually claimed even the great Pericles. But what was it? In 1994, a group of historians and scientists banded together to find out, starting with the skull of one little girl.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:11fullViking Invasions and St. Edmund's Talking HeadViking Invasions and St. Edmund's Talking Headhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/viking-invasions-and-st-edmunds-talking-head/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/viking-invasions-and-st-edmunds-talking-head/#commentsSat, 20 Apr 2013 18:44:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7061024145714702501(Nicole) In 870 A.D., Edmund, the king of East Anglia, was killed by a Viking army. Discover how this event was transformed from a battle between two armies into the story of a Christian martyrdom.]]>(Nicole) In 870 A.D., Edmund, the king of East Anglia, was killed by a Viking army. Discover how this event was transformed from a battle between two armies into the story of a Christian martyrdom.]]>(Nicole) In 870 A.D., Edmund, the king of East Anglia, was killed by a Viking army. Discover how this event was transformed from a battle between two armies into the story of a Christian martyrdom.(Nicole) In 870 A.D., Edmund, the king of East Anglia, was killed by a Viking army. Discover how this event was transformed from a battle between two armies into the story of a Christian martyrdom.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:06fullWilkie Collins' "The Moonstone" and the Indian MutinyWilkie Collins' "The Moonstone" and the Indian Mutinyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/wilkie-collins-the-moonstone-and-the-indian-mutiny/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/wilkie-collins-the-moonstone-and-the-indian-mutiny/#commentsSat, 13 Apr 2013 18:44:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7048207955467949715(Elizabeth) The Indian Mutiny had repercussions felt all over the world, but how did it affect the average Brit's feelings about the Empire? A 19th century mystery novel reveals all!]]>(Elizabeth) The Indian Mutiny had repercussions felt all over the world, but how did it affect the average Brit's feelings about the Empire? A 19th century mystery novel reveals all!]]>(Elizabeth) The Indian Mutiny had repercussions felt all over the world, but how did it affect the average Brit's feelings about the Empire? A 19th century mystery novel reveals all!(Elizabeth) The Indian Mutiny had repercussions felt all over the world, but how did it affect the average Brit's feelings about the Empire? A 19th century mystery novel reveals all!Footnoting HistorynoNo11:08fullThe French Revolution Countdown (Part I)The French Revolution Countdown (Part I)https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-french-revolution-countdown-part-i/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/the-french-revolution-countdown-part-i/#commentsSat, 06 Apr 2013 18:44:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2326586583357812132(Nathan and Christine) From Marie Antoinette's fake peasant village to Robespierre's botched suicide, the French Revolution is full of fascinating stories that are often omitted from textbooks. Join Nathan and Christine for Part I of a two-part countdown of their favorite quirky aspects of this vibrant period.]]>(Nathan and Christine) From Marie Antoinette's fake peasant village to Robespierre's botched suicide, the French Revolution is full of fascinating stories that are often omitted from textbooks. Join Nathan and Christine for Part I of a two-part countdown of their favorite quirky aspects of this vibrant period.]]>(Nathan and Christine) From Marie Antoinette's fake peasant village to Robespierre's botched suicide, the French Revolution is full of fascinating stories that are often omitted from textbooks. Join Nathan and Christine for Part I of a two-part countdown...(Nathan and Christine) From Marie Antoinette's fake peasant village to Robespierre's botched suicide, the French Revolution is full of fascinating stories that are often omitted from textbooks. Join Nathan and Christine for Part I of a two-part countdown of their favorite quirky aspects of this vibrant period.Footnoting HistorynoNo27:14fullPrehistoric Runners and the 'Fall' of the NeanderthalsPrehistoric Runners and the 'Fall' of the Neanderthalshttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/prehistoric-runners-and-the-fall-of-the-neanderthals/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/prehistoric-runners-and-the-fall-of-the-neanderthals/#commentsSat, 30 Mar 2013 18:43:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8453733989840577789(Esther) Did you know that our homo sapien ancestors were altogether skinnier, weaker and dumber than our fellow hominid relatives, the Neanderthals? Some scientists theorize that it was running that saved us from extinction.]]>(Esther) Did you know that our homo sapien ancestors were altogether skinnier, weaker and dumber than our fellow hominid relatives, the Neanderthals? Some scientists theorize that it was running that saved us from extinction.]]>(Esther) Did you know that our homo sapien ancestors were altogether skinnier, weaker and dumber than our fellow hominid relatives, the Neanderthals? Some scientists theorize that it was running that saved us from extinction.(Esther) Did you know that our homo sapien ancestors were altogether skinnier, weaker and dumber than our fellow hominid relatives, the Neanderthals? Some scientists theorize that it was running that saved us from extinction.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:08fullDrinking in Medieval EnglandDrinking in Medieval Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/drinking-in-medieval-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/drinking-in-medieval-england/#commentsSat, 23 Mar 2013 18:47:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1910387879631340330(Samantha) Do you like to drink? Well, so did people in the Middle Ages. Tune in to learn about what people were drinking and about the culture associated with booze 700 years ago.]]>(Samantha) Do you like to drink? Well, so did people in the Middle Ages. Tune in to learn about what people were drinking and about the culture associated with booze 700 years ago.]]>(Samantha) Do you like to drink? Well, so did people in the Middle Ages. Tune in to learn about what people were drinking and about the culture associated with booze 700 years ago.(Samantha) Do you like to drink? Well, so did people in the Middle Ages. Tune in to learn about what people were drinking and about the culture associated with booze 700 years ago.Footnoting HistorynoNo14:43fullHeresy and You: Alice Rowley and LollardyHeresy and You: Alice Rowley and Lollardyhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/heresy-and-you-alice-rowley-and-lollardy/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/heresy-and-you-alice-rowley-and-lollardy/#commentsSat, 16 Mar 2013 18:45:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-4319832452417282221(Kirsti) Some people just get all the luck. Others, like poor Alice Rowley of Coventry, just can’t seem to catch a break. Join us as we explore Alice’s dedication to the Lollard community and what that meant for her in court!]]>(Kirsti) Some people just get all the luck. Others, like poor Alice Rowley of Coventry, just can’t seem to catch a break. Join us as we explore Alice’s dedication to the Lollard community and what that meant for her in court!]]>(Kirsti) Some people just get all the luck. Others, like poor Alice Rowley of Coventry, just can’t seem to catch a break. Join us as we explore Alice’s dedication to the Lollard community and what that meant for her in court!(Kirsti) Some people just get all the luck. Others, like poor Alice Rowley of Coventry, just can’t seem to catch a break. Join us as we explore Alice’s dedication to the Lollard community and what that meant for her in court!Footnoting HistorynoNo13:39fullCruel Mind and Deadly Malice: A Murder in Early Modern EnglandCruel Mind and Deadly Malice: A Murder in Early Modern Englandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cruel-mind-and-deadly-malice-a-murder-in-early-modern-england/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cruel-mind-and-deadly-malice-a-murder-in-early-modern-england/#commentsSat, 09 Mar 2013 18:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-298004556509653014(Lesley) Imagine hiring a man to kill off your enemy... and then pleading a defense that would allow you to walk out free. This week, we'll trace the story of a neighborly feud in Tudor England that left one man dead and an unbalanced man free, if not for the actions of a young woman in manipulating Parliament, the Privy Council, and even the Queen. Their responses would ultimately change the laws of England in order to prevent a man from getting away with murder.]]>(Lesley) Imagine hiring a man to kill off your enemy... and then pleading a defense that would allow you to walk out free. This week, we'll trace the story of a neighborly feud in Tudor England that left one man dead and an unbalanced man free, if not for the actions of a young woman in manipulating Parliament, the Privy Council, and even the Queen. Their responses would ultimately change the laws of England in order to prevent a man from getting away with murder.]]>(Lesley) Imagine hiring a man to kill off your enemy... and then pleading a defense that would allow you to walk out free. This week, we'll trace the story of a neighborly feud in Tudor England that left one man dead and an unbalanced man free, if not fo...(Lesley) Imagine hiring a man to kill off your enemy... and then pleading a defense that would allow you to walk out free. This week, we'll trace the story of a neighborly feud in Tudor England that left one man dead and an unbalanced man free, if not for the actions of a young woman in manipulating Parliament, the Privy Council, and even the Queen. Their responses would ultimately change the laws of England in order to prevent a man from getting away with murder.Footnoting HistorynoNo09:55fullZombies in Thietmar of MerseburgZombies in Thietmar of Merseburghttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/zombies-in-thietmar-of-merseburg/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/zombies-in-thietmar-of-merseburg/#commentsSat, 02 Mar 2013 18:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-8695972514253987138(Lucy) Why did commoners and kings in eleventh-century Germany keep seeing dead people? Why did a bunch of animated corpses decide to burn a priest alive? And why did a busy bishop write all this down? ]]>(Lucy) Why did commoners and kings in eleventh-century Germany keep seeing dead people? Why did a bunch of animated corpses decide to burn a priest alive? And why did a busy bishop write all this down? ]]>(Lucy) Why did commoners and kings in eleventh-century Germany keep seeing dead people? Why did a bunch of animated corpses decide to burn a priest alive? And why did a busy bishop write all this down? (Lucy) Why did commoners and kings in eleventh-century Germany keep seeing dead people? Why did a bunch of animated corpses decide to burn a priest alive? And why did a busy bishop write all this down? Footnoting HistorynoNo09:27fullCathars, Templars, and The Siege of MontségurCathars, Templars, and The Siege of Montségurhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cathars-templars-and-the-siege-of-montsegur/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/cathars-templars-and-the-siege-of-montsegur/#commentsSat, 23 Feb 2013 18:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2148623169889231927(Nathan) What do medieval frat boys, Nicholas Cage, and Iron Maiden have in common? They're all part of one of the most popular (and far-fetched) medieval conspiracy theories. Tune in as we talk about Cathars, Templars, and the siege of Montségur.]]>(Nathan) What do medieval frat boys, Nicholas Cage, and Iron Maiden have in common? They're all part of one of the most popular (and far-fetched) medieval conspiracy theories. Tune in as we talk about Cathars, Templars, and the siege of Montségur.]]>(Nathan) What do medieval frat boys, Nicholas Cage, and Iron Maiden have in common? They're all part of one of the most popular (and far-fetched) medieval conspiracy theories. Tune in as we talk about Cathars, Templars, and the siege of Montségur.(Nathan) What do medieval frat boys, Nicholas Cage, and Iron Maiden have in common? They're all part of one of the most popular (and far-fetched) medieval conspiracy theories. Tune in as we talk about Cathars, Templars, and the siege of Montségur.Footnoting HistorynoNo16:58fullSpecial Edition: Olaudah EquianoSpecial Edition: Olaudah Equianohttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-olaudah-equiano/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-olaudah-equiano/#commentsWed, 20 Feb 2013 18:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-7136673064096652776(Nathan and Elizabeth) Join us for a discussion of one of the most well-known narratives of slavery used by the British Abolitionist cause in the 18th century. We examine what it reveals about identity and race in the time period but also tackle the issue of reliability and accuracy in memoirs.

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Footnoting HistorynoNo18:15fullHenry II and the Invasion of IrelandHenry II and the Invasion of Irelandhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-the-invasion-of-ireland/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/henry-ii-and-the-invasion-of-ireland/#commentsSat, 16 Feb 2013 18:46:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-2824289186958121297(Christine) The English and the Irish have been fighting (and singing) about hating one another) for as long as both sides can remember, but what brought the English to Ireland in the first place? What did the English king, Henry II, have to do with it? And why is everyone frowning at some guy named Dermot?]]>(Christine) The English and the Irish have been fighting (and singing) about hating one another) for as long as both sides can remember, but what brought the English to Ireland in the first place? What did the English king, Henry II, have to do with it? And why is everyone frowning at some guy named Dermot?]]>(Christine) The English and the Irish have been fighting (and singing) about hating one another) for as long as both sides can remember, but what brought the English to Ireland in the first place? What did the English king, Henry II, have to do with it? ...(Christine) The English and the Irish have been fighting (and singing) about hating one another) for as long as both sides can remember, but what brought the English to Ireland in the first place? What did the English king, Henry II, have to do with it? And why is everyone frowning at some guy named Dermot?Footnoting HistorynoNo09:42fullSpecial Edition: Papal AbdicationSpecial Edition: Papal Abdicationhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-papal-abdication/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/special-edition-papal-abdication/#commentsMon, 11 Feb 2013 18:47:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-153693635399244842(Nathan) At the end of this month, Pope Benedict XVI will become the first pope in nearly 600 years to abdicate the papal seat. In this Special Edition of Footnoting History, we take a look at the colorful history of papal abdication and the precedents for Benedict's resignation.]]>(Nathan) At the end of this month, Pope Benedict XVI will become the first pope in nearly 600 years to abdicate the papal seat. In this Special Edition of Footnoting History, we take a look at the colorful history of papal abdication and the precedents for Benedict's resignation.]]>(Nathan) At the end of this month, Pope Benedict XVI will become the first pope in nearly 600 years to abdicate the papal seat. In this Special Edition of Footnoting History, we take a look at the colorful history of papal abdication and the precedents f...(Nathan) At the end of this month, Pope Benedict XVI will become the first pope in nearly 600 years to abdicate the papal seat. In this Special Edition of Footnoting History, we take a look at the colorful history of papal abdication and the precedents for Benedict's resignation.Footnoting HistorynoNo11:17fullA French Silversmith in Mongol KarakorumA French Silversmith in Mongol Karakorumhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-french-silversmith-in-mongol-karakorum/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/a-french-silversmith-in-mongol-karakorum/#commentsSat, 09 Feb 2013 18:47:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-6730611809769095173(Nicole) The Mongols have a reputation for their brutal tactics in war and the fear they instilled in the peoples they conquered. But the Mongols liked nice things as well, and created a capital city with cultural influences from the many lands that they ruled. Find out what a French silversmith was doing in Karakorum, and how he and other people sent from all over the Mongol lands helped to create a cosmopolitan capital.

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Footnoting HistorynoNo07:01fullLambert Simnel and Perkin WarbeckLambert Simnel and Perkin Warbeckhttps://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lambert-simnel-and-perkin-warbeck/
https://footnotinghistory.podbean.com/e/lambert-simnel-and-perkin-warbeck/#commentsSat, 02 Feb 2013 15:22:00 -0400tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81701617205672291.post-1898314932358932850(Elizabeth) Before social security cards, driver's licenses, and DNA testing, how did you prove your identity? Join us to hear about two famous "pretenders" and their attempts to gain the English throne!]]>(Elizabeth) Before social security cards, driver's licenses, and DNA testing, how did you prove your identity? Join us to hear about two famous "pretenders" and their attempts to gain the English throne!]]>(Elizabeth) Before social security cards, driver's licenses, and DNA testing, how did you prove your identity? Join us to hear about two famous "pretenders" and their attempts to gain the English throne!(Elizabeth) Before social security cards, driver's licenses, and DNA testing, how did you prove your identity? Join us to hear about two famous "pretenders" and their attempts to gain the English throne!Footnoting HistorynoNo10:10full